Trail Running calendar near Leadville 2026-2027

Trail ultramarathon in Empire, Colorado on September 12, 2026 offering point to point 50K and 22K courses. High altitude routes reach over 13,000 feet and prior ultra or high altitude trail experience is required or recommended.

Trail Sisters Women's Half Marathon and 10K in Buena Vista, Colorado, feature trail courses through sagebrush and ponderosa pines with views of the Collegiate Peaks, and offer both group and solo participation options.

A trail race on Meadow Mountain in Minturn, Colorado offering an 11K and a 5K route across singletrack and meadows with stream crossings, scenic mountain views, on-course aid stations, and finish-line t-shirts and refreshments.

A fall mountain event on September 13, 2026 featuring a 25K loop past Crystal Mill, an 8 mile Quarry Climb, and a 2.5K kids run, with a post-race BBQ and proceeds benefiting Marble Charter School.

A trail race in Golden, CO featuring a 10-mile North Table Loop with bonus miles and a 5-mile route on Lithic Trail and Fairmount Canal Loop. Organized by BeyondHome to support families moving from homelessness to self-sufficiency.

A 13.3 mile mountain race from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 foot summit of Pikes Peak, gaining about 7,800 feet on the historic Barr Trail. The 2026 Ascent uses wave placement based on estimated times and invites elite competitors.

Experience a 26.2 mile mountain run from Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak and back. This historic event features over 7800 feet of elevation gain and a 10 hour time limit.

Experience the mountain ridges and meadows of Gunnison National Forest at the Crested Butte Ultra. Choose between 35K, 55K, and 50 mile distances on single track trails with stunning fall foliage.

Experience desert style single track and forest roads with views of the Collegiate Peaks in Buena Vista. Choose between 50k or 30k distances as part of the multi sport 14er Fest.

A 24 hour loop endurance run on a 0.82 mile circuit atop the Palmer Divide in Palmer Lake, Colorado at 7,240 feet. Top overall finishers receive awards and early 100 mile finishers receive buckles; part of fees supports local parks.

A scenic half marathon from Fanny Hill in Snowmass along the Government Trail through Aspen groves to Koch Lumber Park in downtown Aspen. Registration opens April 28, 2026; in store $80, online $105.

A point to point trail race from Vail to Minturn with 26K and 14K courses across Vail Mountain. Both routes feature alpine singletrack, scenic views of Mt. Holy Cross, staffed aid stations and a post race lunch voucher.

A *5K* trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails that finishes at Blue River Plaza on Main Street during Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Field limited to 300 runners; first 250 registrants receive a long-sleeve technical tee and 21+ entrants get a..

A high alpine 50k near Mount Princeton in Nathrop, Colorado, featuring 7,000 ft of climbing and a 13,100 ft high point. The course follows Chalk Creek Canyon and the Colorado Trail through ponderosa and aspen forests to an alpine plateau.

A fall trail event in Buena Vista, Colorado on September 27, 2026 offering a 14K trail race with over 500 feet of elevation gain and a 5K along the Arkansas River. Both races start and finish at Vendor Village near the Eddyline Beer Garden.

Sage Burner Trail Race in Hartman Rocks near Gunnison, Colorado features 50K, 28K and 15K courses across slickrock, singletrack and doubletrack with wide mountain views and a high desert climate.

A weekend trail endurance festival at Bear Creek Lake Park (Oct 3–4, 2026) offering distances from 5K to 100K on mostly singletrack, with looped courses, staffed aid stations, drop-bag access at the Start/Finish, and finishers' awards.

Experience the scenic HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area with trail races for the whole family. Enjoy rolling hills and open views followed by a pancake breakfast and finisher medals for all participants in Littleton.

A Woodland Park trail event featuring 50k and 10k options on singletrack and forest roads with views of Pikes Peak, stocked aid stations, and crew access for the 50k.

A multi distance trail festival in Castle Rock featuring a family adventure run plus 5K, 10K, half marathon and 50K ultramarathon across Philip S. Miller Park and Ridgeline Open Space. Events include chip timing, finisher medals and aid sta..