Trail Running calendar near Highlands Ranch 2026-2027

Experience the highest trail marathon in the USA reaching 13185 feet at Mosquito Pass. Choose between a 26.4 mile marathon or a 15.46 mile heavy half through Leadvilles historic mining district and rugged high altitude terrain.

Run under the full moon in Colorado. This overnight event offers solo ultramarathon distances and team relays on rolling dirt trails. A unique 100-mile challenge with a cash prize is available for 3-person teams.

This Backyard Ultra takes place on a paved trail around scenic Lake Estes in Colorado. Runners complete a 4.252-mile loop every hour until only one remains. The event starts in the afternoon and includes custom swag for all participants.

Experience a half marathon in the mountains of Nederland Colorado. This event features a significant elevation gain of 4226 feet with the summit always in view.

Kick off Independence Day with a 5k run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado. The scenic route travels along the Fraser River Trail and finishes at the Rendezvous Event Center for a post-race party.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at over 10,000 feet in North America’s highest city. This 5K run and walk through downtown Leadville supports local youth athletics and begins just before the annual holiday parade.

Celebrate 50 years of history at the Vail HillClimb, a 12.2 km mountain race gaining over 2,000 feet of elevation. Run from Vail Village to the scenic Mid-Vail finish line for incredible views and commemorative awards.

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 an endurance challenge through historic Colorado mining districts with the Silver Rush 50 Run. Choose between 50 mile, 15 mile, or junior 5k distances while competing for a qualifying spot in the Leadville Trail 100.

Experience high altitude trail running at 10,000 feet on the scenic Vail Mountain in Colorado. Choose between a 5K or 10K course featuring mountain views, wildflowers, and a unique gondola ride to the starting line.

Experience a historic 12.6 mile mountain race on Pikes Peak. Runners ascend from Manitou Springs to Barr Camp at 10200 feet before descending the iconic Barr Trail in this classic Colorado summer event.

The TransRockies Run is a three-day stage race through the Colorado Rockies, from Hope Pass to Red Cliff. Choose between the 51-mile Full Pint or the 35-mile Half Pint. Runners finish each day at a fully supported camp with meals, showers,..

Experience the mountain trails of Colorado Springs at the Pikes Peak Ultra. Choose from four race distances that take you through high elevation terrain including Cheyenne Canon and the summit of Mt. Rosa.

Experience a historic Colorado tradition where runners and burros compete together. Navigate mountain trails and high altitude passes while carrying traditional mining gear in this unique world championship event.

Experience the highest altitude non-repetitive 200 mile ultra in the United States. Navigate a massive single loop through the Colorado Rockies with 40000 feet of elevation gain and live GPS tracking for every runner.

Experience an epic 200 mile point to point team relay from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Run through the heart of the Rocky Mountains and over two scenic mountain passes in this ultimate Colorado road race.

Experience high elevation trail running in the mountains of Fairplay Colorado. This event offers three distances ranging from a half marathon on forest roads to technical ultramarathons through remote wilderness terrain.

Experience high alpine racing through the scenic singletrack and forest trails of Winter Park Colorado. Join a point to point mountain adventure with distances ranging from a 10K loop to a technical 50K ultra.

Experience a challenging 4.3 mile uphill climb on Vail Mountain featuring over 2,000 feet of elevation gain. This scenic singletrack race finishes at Mid Vail with stunning views and post run refreshments for all participants.

Experience a Colorado tradition at the Buena Vista Pack Burro Race. Choose between 13.1 or 7.3 mile courses and compete either with a burro team or as a solo runner in this historic mountain event.