Trail Running calendar near Minturn 2025-2026

Join the USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on Jan 24 and 25 2026. Collegiate teams and middle and high school racers take on classic distances and a skate sprint over two action packed days.

Brave the cold at the Freakin Freezin 5K in Denver on Jan 25 at Northfield High School. Run a flat, car free trail 5K or go virtual, earn a custom finisher medal, and get guaranteed swag if you register by Jan 15.

Take on a scenic backcountry snowshoe race near Nederland, Colorado with 18K and 30K routes along the Sourdough Trail. Donation based event requires snowshoes and offers aid at Brainard Lake plus a warming tent and hot drinks at the finish.

Join the Super Sunday 5K on February 8, 2026 for a fun run or walk along the Mary Carter Greenway. Celebrate afterward at Breckenridge Brewery Farmhouse with event swag and 20% off food and drinks.

Ski around Gothic Mountain at the Gothic Mountain Tour in Crested Butte on Feb 15, 2026. Choose a 23.5 mile competitive or 17.85 mile recreational course and support Crested Butte Nordic in this intimate 200 person fundraiser.

Run the scenic Run Through Time trail marathon and half in Salida Colorado, over rugged single track and jeep roads with Arkansas Valley views at 7000 to 9000 feet. Entrants get custom socks and proceeds support local trails and SAR.

Race The Ranch is a scenic snowshoe race at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on April 4 2026, with 50k, 25k and 5k loop options over snowy singletrack and groomed trails. Finishers receive a custom bib, Fractel beanie and engraved Mii..

Run scenic single track trails around Highlands Ranch with options from 5K to 21 mile courses. Enjoy rolling climbs, aid stations, and a cupless race with reusable cups available for purchase at registration.

Niwot's Challenge is a by invitation only endurance event near Sedalia, Colorado that prizes off trail navigation and self reliance over racing. Limited to 40 entrants, it offers routes up to 100 miles for experienced wilderness runners.

Take on the Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista Colorado with 25 or 50 mile options through stunning high country. Mark the 36th anniversary with a memorable mountain trail challenge.

Tackle scenic single track on the slopes of Mt Sopris near Carbondale, Colorado with point to point 10 mile and 25k races finishing at Rock Bottom Ranch in Basalt. Expect steep climbs, flowing descents and lively trail festival energy.

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with the Spirit Trail Race in Buena Vista, Colorado, a scenic trail event with marathon, half marathon and 9k options. Start in town square, enjoy Paddlefest fun, and support local nonprofits.

Join Pyro's Push It Up River Trail Run on Memorial Day in New Castle for a scenic riverside challenge that honors a fallen hero. Choose a family friendly 3.5 km or a hill testing 7.7 km onsite or run virtually from anywhere.

Run the North Fork 50 Mile or 50K on scenic singletrack around Buffalo Creek, Colorado. Choose your distance, enjoy aid stations and a festive finish, and support the North Fork Volunteer Fire Department.

Run the Summits Trail Runs on June 6, 2026 at Granby Ranch Resort, Colorado, with options from a 6 mile to a challenging 50k. Experience single track trails, alpine meadows, and big climbs in a limited field for an intimate mountain race.

Race in the Clouds Alma Dirt Festival runs June 25 to 28, 2026 in Alma, Colorado at 10,600 ft. Mountain biking, trail runs, an off road duathlon, youth races and meadow camping offer high country climbs and single track thrills.

Run the Life Time Leadville Trail Marathon or Heavy Half on June 27, 2026, tackling high alpine singletrack and dirt roads through historic mining country up to Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet. Expect a challenging, possibly snowy race with fu..

High Trails Retreat in Buena Vista July 9 to 12 2026 offers daily runs of 10 to 20 miles and an optional Hope Pass or Sawatch 14er climb. Stay riverside, share meals, relax by the river and pick routes with the group.

Tackle high alpine trails above 10,000 ft at the Silverheels Trail Runs in Como, Colorado, July 10 to 11, 2026. Choose distances from the 100 Mile ultra to shorter options and run single track, fire roads and scenic historic mining country.

Grin & Bear It is an annual Crested Butte trail event featuring a challenging 25 km loop, a 15 km out and back, and a mountain bike route through high alpine terrain and big climbs. Registration opens December 1, 2025.