Trail Running calendar near Jackson County 2025-2026

Run the Twin Mountain Trudge in Laramie WY on Jan 10, 2026, choosing a ~10.2 mile single loop or a ~20.5 mile double. Thigh deep snow, ice and about 2,000 feet of climbing make this a rugged winter course that demands proper gear and grit.

Join the USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on Jan 24 and 25 2026. Collegiate teams and middle and high school racers take on classic distances and a skate sprint over two action packed days.

Tackle the Sourdough Snowshoe Race in Nederland CO on Jan 31 2026, a donation based backcountry challenge where snowshoes are required for the full route. Choose 18K or 30K and warm up at the finish with hot drinks and a warming tent.

Race The Ranch is a scenic snowshoe race at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on April 4 2026, with 50k, 25k and 5k loop options over snowy singletrack and groomed trails. Finishers receive a custom bib, Fractel beanie and engraved Mii..

Join Run the Ranch April 10 and 11, 2026 at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch in Loveland, Colorado for trail races on private ranch trails, from 5K and 10K to timed 4 hour, 6 hour and 12 hour solo and relay events. Virtual options available.

Run the Poudre River Trail April 11 and 12 2026 at the NoCo Urban Ultra and Relay, with 50 and 100 mile solo or relay options. Enjoy a scenic route through Fort Collins, Timnath, Windsor and Greeley and celebrate at a lively finish festival..

Take on scenic singletrack loops near Fort Collins, Colorado, with 25 miles or 50 miles of rugged high country and big vertical gain. Expect technical trails, sweeping views and occasional wildlife encounters.

Run the Summits Trail Runs on June 6, 2026 at Granby Ranch Resort, Colorado, with options from a 6 mile to a challenging 50k. Experience single track trails, alpine meadows, and big climbs in a limited field for an intimate mountain race.

Take on the Crazy Legs 10k trail run through the scenic Devil's Backbone Open Space in Loveland on June 7, 2026. Limited spots, marked trails, and a post race celebration at Loveland Aleworks make this a fun mountain running day.

Hit the foothill dirt trails at Lory State Park on June 27 for the Timberview Trail Run with 10 mile, 5 mile and beginner friendly 5K options. Finish with pancakes, craft beer and finisher swag at this USATF sanctioned community favorite.

Experience high alpine trails and rugged scenery in the Never Summer 100k and 60k from Gould, Colorado, with challenging climbs across ridges, peaks and alpine lakes. Choose 100k, 60k or the Dirty Double for a true mountain ultra adventure.

The Summit 200 is a 200 mile loop around Summit County Colorado that climbs into high alpine single track above 12,700 feet. Capped at 100 runners and requiring a prior 100 mile finish, it is a remote, high altitude test of endurance.

Join the Wild West Relay, a scenic point to point run of roughly 200 miles from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Solo runners and teams of all sizes are welcome for an unforgettable overnight relay adventure.

Run the Lory Summer Trail Series in August at Lory State Park: four midweek trail races from 5K to 12K with scenic climbs and friendly competition. Stay after each race for pizza, drinks and a free vintage shirt, plus series awards.

Run the Lory Summer Trail Series in August at Lory State Park: four midweek trail races from 5K to 12K with scenic climbs and friendly competition. Stay after each race for pizza, drinks and a free vintage shirt, plus series awards.

Run the Rockies Trail in Frisco, CO features 5K to half marathon routes on the scenic Frisco Peninsula with lakeshore finishes and reservoir views. Finishers receive a gift and an afterparty with food, music and beer for 21+.

Emerald Mountain Epic in Steamboat Springs on August 8 and 9, 2026 is a two day mountain bike and trail running weekend on scenic singletrack dirt trails. Race marathon, half or bike distances with a limited field of 500 per day.

Run the Med Bow Rail Marathon or Half on August 15, 2026, along the scenic Medicine Bow Rail Trail near Laramie, Wyoming. Enjoy wide gravel trails, lake loops and mountain views while supporting trail upkeep; all finishers get a medal.

Run mountain trails in Fraser, Colorado on August 22, 2026 with a scenic high elevation half marathon or a friendly 5K along dirt roads. All proceeds benefit the Shining Stars Foundation and dogs on leash are welcome.

The Lory Summer Trail Series will take place in Bellvue on Tuesday 25 August 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.