Trail Running calendar near Lyons 2026-2027

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.

A high altitude trail event in Granby, CO offering 50K, 33K, half marathon, 10K and 5K courses on dirt trails with measured elevation gain and support stations.

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.

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 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 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..

A six-hour trail challenge in Littleton where runners complete a 5K each hour for six hours, totaling 18 miles if completed. Trail terrain, hourly elimination, tiered patches and medals, and national leaderboard prizes highlight the format.

A fall trail race at Staunton State Park offering 50K, 25K, a 25K FishSlappers division, and a steep 5K, run on runnable singletrack with aid stations and fundraising for land and water conservation.

Trail races near Sedalia, Colorado on October 17, 2026 with 50 mile, 55k, 15 mile and 5 mile options through montane forests and red rock terrain. Limited field size, aid stations, drop bag access, camping by reservation, and specific pacer..