Trail Running calendar near Minturn 2026-2027

Trail ultras from Roxborough State Park to Sharptail Trailhead featuring sustained climbs, technical singletrack, and a long runnable finish, with full aid support and an emphasis on land stewardship.

Trail races around Standley Lake in Westminster, CO, with five distances on packed dirt trails and lake and mountain views. Organized by Aravaipa Running; registration closes Aug 10.

Summit Grays and Torreys Peaks in this 8.8 mile Colorado endurance event. Participants must carry a 20lb dry load while tackling 4,101 feet of elevation gain.

A high-altitude 10K in Leadville on August 16, 2026 that follows the first and last 3.1 miles of the LT100 Run course on paved and dirt roads. One aid station is provided and awards will be given in overall, para and age categories.

The Rocky Mountain Milestone Challenge will take place in Granby from Wednesday 19 August 2026 to Sunday 23 August 2026. You can run between 13 and 100 miles.

A 100-mile out-and-back ultramarathon in Leadville, Colorado with about 15,492 feet of climb, a summit at Hope Pass and 11 on-course aid stations.

Trail-based chip timed half marathon and 5K near Fraser, Colorado, on unpaved roads and trails, with aid stations and proceeds supporting the Shining Stars Foundation.

A trail race at Staunton State Park offering 26.3 mile and 13.1 mile courses over mostly singletrack with significant elevation gain, well marked trails, capped fields, and fully stocked aid stations.

A mountain trail half marathon and a mostly downhill 5.6K in Arrowhead, Colorado, featuring shuttle access, multiple aid station stops on the half, awards and postrace refreshments.

The Evergreen Trail Race Series will take place in Evergreen on Saturday 22 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 11 miles.

Trail races held from the Torian Plum Lawn in Steamboat Springs offering 50k, 16 mile and 5 mile options across high alpine terrain with cupless aid stations, limited crew access, and awards including finisher mugs and age group prizes.

Run Like the Wind in Allenspark on August 29, 2026 features a 5K race, a 2K run/walk and a dog jog option. Proceeds benefit The Old Gallery and participating dogs are entered in an amateur dog show.

A 5k trail run at Copper Mountain starting at 11,000 feet, held during the Union Peak Festival with music and festival activities afterward.

A 40 mile point to point mountain ultramarathon from Crested Butte to Aspen with over 6,000 feet of elevation gain and mandatory backcountry gear; a fundraiser for Crested Butte Nordic.

The Cirque Series at Arapahoe Basin on Sept 5, 2026 is a 9.4 miles mountain trail race with 2,211 ft of ascent on approved White River National Forest trails. The field is capped at 600 runners and includes a branded hat, bib and medal.

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.

Experience a high altitude trail run starting at 10,000 feet on Rabbit Ears Pass. Runners navigate a mix of forest roads and single track trails with 1,200 feet of elevation change through scenic Colorado terrain.

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 one day trail running festival at YMCA of the Rockies in Granby, Colorado on September 12, 2026 featuring 50K, 33K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on dirt and grass trails with loop formats, aid stations, drop bag access and on site lodging an..