Trail Running calendar near Glenwood Springs 2026-2027

A 20K loop around Turquoise Lake that starts on hilly paved road and finishes on single track dirt trail, with proceeds supporting local youth athletics. The 2026 edition follows a rerouted course due to storm damage.

A scenic *5 km* cross country race at the Leadville National Fish Hatchery on May 31, 2026, with dirt road, path and trail sections. Awards are given by age group and youth registration is free.

Six trail races across Summit County, Colorado, in summer 2026. Series registration includes long and short course options with adult, youth, and non binary categories and events at multiple Summit County trail heads.

A mountain trail event in Snowmass Village on June 5-6, 2026 offering a 6.6 mile Red Loop and timed 6 hour and 24 hour ultras, with campground hub, on-site amenities, and 2026 as the final year at Snowmass.

A team trail relay in Snowmass Village on June 5-6, 2026 covering 120 miles total, about 15 miles per runner, with substantial elevation gain, village camping and recreation center amenities. The event is closed.

A mountain trail *10K* on Vail Mountain at nearly 9,000 feet with varied terrain, two cupless aid stations and a mass-start format. The race includes multiple age categories from 12+ and a $12,200 prize purse.

Experience the single track trails of historic Howelsen Hill in Steamboat Springs. Choose between the 4 mile or 8 mile distance as you run through scenic aspen groves and vibrant wildflowers to benefit the Knights of Columbus.

A three day Leadville training camp that walks and runs major sections of the Leadville Trail 100 course, pairs guided day and night runs with recovery and nutrition support, and includes panels, Q&A sessions and a provided running kit.

A trail run at Creekside Park on June 20, 2026 offering 10K and 5.2K courses as part of the Vail Trail Running Series; the race benefits the Vail Valley Charitable Fund and features aid stations, finish-line food, awards, and on-site maps.

A summer and early fall series of four half marathons and a 25K across Colorado in 2026, with options to enter three, four, or all five events; races include Estes Park, Georgetown to Idaho Springs, Mt Sneffels, Ned Ned, and Lead King Loop.

At 10,600 feet in Alma, Colorado, Race in the Clouds is a June 25 to 28 Dirt Fest featuring mountain biking, trail running, off road duathlon, youth races and meadow camping, with USA Triathlon sanctioning and age group awards.

A 26.4 mile trail marathon and a 15.46 mile Heavy Half on Leadville mining trails, topping out at Mosquito Pass 13,185 feet. Both races feature multiple aid stations, specified parking and shuttle arrangements, and the marathon serves as an..

SBT TRL in Steamboat Springs offers trail races at Howelsen Hill as part of the SBT GRVL weekend. Participants can choose a 5 km or 10 km distance with registration open from February 10 to June 27, 2026.

A three race trail series at Sunlight Mountain Resort near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. It offers 5K, 10K, and a half marathon with specified elevation gains, limited aid station support, and defined registration windows.

A Fourth of July 5K in downtown Leadville, CO, held above 10,000 feet. Proceeds support local youth athletics and youth entries are free.

A historic uphill trail race on Vail Mountain covering about 12.2K (7.6 miles) with 2,128 ft of gain, three aid stations, on-course hydration and a Mid-Vail finish with awards by age group.

Experience high altitude trail running through historic Colorado ghost towns and mines at over 10000 feet. Choose from distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles in the scenic South Park Valley.

Experience Crested Butte’s oldest trail challenge with running and mountain biking events. Choose between a 25 km loop or the classic 15 km sprint in this high elevation mountain competition.

A high-altitude, approximately 50-mile out-and-back trail run around Leadville with about 7,500 feet of elevation gain, marked aid stations, drop-bag service, shuttle-required parking, and LT100 qualification opportunities.

Experience the STRS Horseshoe Gulch Grind in Breckenridge with short and long course options. This trail event offers categories for adults and youth starting from the Blair Witch Trailhead.