Trail Running calendar near Manitou Springs 2026-2027

Join a family friendly trail event in Aurora featuring 5K distances and a kids run. Enjoy dog demonstrations, a pancake breakfast, and a kids fun zone while supporting therapy and patrol K9 units.

Experience a high altitude mountain run at Arapahoe Basin covering 9.4 miles and 2,211 feet of vertical gain. Runners summit Little Lenawee peak and finish with live music and professional photos at Mountain Goat Plaza.

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.

Test your endurance at Staunton State Park with weighted rucking options ranging from 6.5 to 21.5 miles. Choose your load and tackle the Colorado trails to support the Special Forces Foundation.

Mountain trail races in Empire, Colorado offering 50K and 22K point to point courses with high altitude and substantial elevation gain. Prior ultra experience is required for the 50K and cut off times are enforced.

Experience a scenic trail run through sage brush and ponderosa pines in the Rocky Mountains. Choose between a half marathon or 10k distance with stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks in Buena Vista.

Second annual trail race in Golden, Colorado on September 19, 2026 supporting BeyondHome. Courses include a 10 mile North Table Loop route and a 5 mile route on Lithic and Fairmount Canal trails.

Follow the historic Barr Trail on a 13.3 mile journey from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 foot summit of Pikes Peak. Experience a 7,800 foot vertical climb through Colorado forests and alpine terrain in this high altitude event.

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 beauty of the Southern Colorado Rocky Mountains at Music Meadows Ranch. Choose from several trail distances ranging from 8 miles to 104 miles along the scenic Rainbow Trail.

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.

Experience an obstacle course event in Fort Carson featuring 5 km and 15 km distances. Conquer signature muddy challenges and earn iconic finisher gear while enjoying views of the Rocky Mountains.

A community-run 24 hour endurance event at Palmer Lake, Colorado, on a 0.82 mile loop at 7,240 feet. Top three overall awards and buckles for 100 mile finishers; five dollars per registration supports the Palmer Lake Parks Committee.

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..

Experience a high alpine 50k through the Colorado Trail and Sawatch Range. This mountain course features a significant climb to 13,150 feet with panoramic views of the Arkansas River Valley and Mount Princeton.

Two fall trail races in Buena Vista Colorado featuring river and mountain views. The 14K includes significant climbing while the 5K runs through Buena Vista River Park and finishes at Vendor Village.

Test your endurance at this mountain trail event featuring 25 km and 50 km distances. Join a community dedicated to environmental conservation and public land protection on the beautiful trails of Colorado.

A two day trail festival at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, CO on October 3-4, 2026 offering races from 5K to 100K on mostly dirt singletrack with aid stations, drop bags at the Start/Finish, and specific crew and pacer rules.

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.