Trail Running calendar near Louisville 2026-2027

Multi-day ultrarunning event in Loveland, Colorado on a 2 mile loop with time-based options up to 100 hours and distance races to 200 miles. Continuous aid, chip timing, and camping are available.

A mountain trail race at Arapahoe Basin on September 5, 2026 covering 9.4 miles and 2,211 ft of vertical. The marked course uses established trails in White River National Forest and finishes in Mountain Goat Plaza with live music and food.

Join the community for a 5K run or walk on a brand new dirt course at the North Arvada Middle School Athletic Complex. Support local high school racers before taking on this off road route yourself.

A load bearing endurance event at Staunton State Park on September 5, 2026. Routes range from 6.5 to 21.5 miles with loads from 10 to 40 lb and proceeds benefit the Special Forces Foundation.

A multi-distance running event on a flat 1.05-mile loop in Longmont, Colorado, held September 11-12, 2026, honoring 9/11 with in-person and virtual options, race awards, on-course aid, and overnight food service.

A longstanding Nederland, Colorado running event offering a 5K road run, a 10K trail, and a trail half marathon, with family-friendly features, on-leash dogs allowed in the 5K, and costume encouragement.

Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby, CO offers five trail distances from 5K to 50K at the YMCA of the Rockies, with varied out-and-back and looped courses on dirt trails. The 50K allows a pacer on the final loop and multiple aid stations support..

A 13.5 mile trail half around Lory State Park near Fort Collins with about 2,000 feet of climb, marked singletrack, aid stations, and a free one mile kids race.

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.

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 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.

Expo Park XC is an old school grass cross-country meet in Aurora, Colorado, featuring creek crossings, a wooden footbridge and bale jumps. Races range from about 1 km for young children to a 5 km open race.

Experience the wild spaces of Northern Colorado with a weekend of trail races ranging from a half marathon to a 50 mile ultra through scenic forests and scout camp trails. Stay on site with available camping and community meals.

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 two-day trail and bike event in Estes Park featuring 31-mile bike and run options, a 15-mile heavy half, and a 62-mile duathlon, with rugged trails, significant climbs, and aid stations supporting competitors.

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 weekend trail running festival at Bear Creek Lake Park offering 100K, 50M, 50K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on mostly singletrack terrain with looped courses, aid stations, drop bags, and controlled crew and pacer rules.