Trail Running calendar near La Veta 2025-2026

The Royal Gorge Whitewater Festival, held annually in Centennial Park, Cañon City, Colorado, is a vibrant celebration of whitewater sports and outdoor activities. The 16th edition features a variety of events including whitewater competitions, trail runs, and mountain bike rides suitable for all exp..

The Enchanted Forest Trail Races take place in Red River, New Mexico, offering a scenic and challenging trail running experience in the Carson National Forest and the Enchanted Forest cross-country ski area. The event features three distances: The Face Challenge (7.6 miles, 1400+ feet elevation gain..

The Philmont Trail Race, held in Cimarron, New Mexico, is a challenging trail running event supporting Philmont Scout Ranch and the Boy Scouts of America. Set within the expansive 140,000-acre high adventure camp featuring over 300 miles of trails, the race offers multiple distances: a 50-mile ultra..

The Up & Over Trail Run Weekend in Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico, is a premier mountain running event held annually in early August. The highlight is the challenging 10K trail run featuring a steep 2,612-foot climb from 9,321' to 11,819' elevation, offering stunning views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks,..

The Escape 5K Trail Run takes place at YMCA Camp Jackson in Rye, Colorado, offering participants a challenging 5K run or walk through rugged terrain with over 1,000 feet of elevation gain. The course features wild twists and turns, providing stunning views of Rye and an immersive experience in the S..

The Bull of the Woods Trail Races, held in Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico, offer a challenging and scenic trail running experience with a full marathon and two half marathon options. The courses traverse high alpine terrain, reaching elevations over 12,000 feet, including climbs to Kachina Peak (12,481..

The Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival, hosted by the Human Potential Running Series, is a premier trail running event held near Westcliffe, Colorado, at Music Meadows Ranch adjacent to the Grape Creek Trailhead. Set in the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains along the scenic Rainbow Trail, the festival..

The WILD Wahatoya Runs, held in La Veta, Colorado, offers a scenic and historic trail running experience in the Cuchara Valley near the Spanish Peaks. Named after the Wahatoya mountains, meaning “Breasts of the Earth,” the event features a 50K, a challenging half marathon, and an 8-mile race. The 50..

The Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races, held in Canon City, Colorado, offer a scenic and challenging running experience featuring three main events: a 5K road run, an 8-mile trail run, and a half marathon trail run. Each race includes the unique opportunity to cross the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge, the high..

The Bridge Burner Ultra is a scenic trail running event held in Canon City, Colorado, known as "The Climate Capital of Colorado." The race features multiple distances including a 35-mile loop, 50K, 35K, and 10K. The course starts along the Arkansas River, passing through historic granite tunnels on..