Trail Running calendar near Nathrop 2026-2027

At 10,600 feet in Alma, Colorado, Race in the Clouds is a June 25 to 28 Dirt Fest featuring mountain biking, trail running, off road duathlon, youth races and meadow camping, with USA Triathlon sanctioning and age group awards.

Trail marathon and Heavy Half through Leadville’s historic mining district on June 27, 2026, reaching Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet. The Marathon is a Leadville Trail 100 qualifier and general registration is sold out.

Alderfer 5K Trail Race at Alderfer Ranch in Evergreen Colorado is a 5 km trail event with shuttle service from Wulf Rec Center. The course is cup free with no aid stations, and water and refreshments are available at the venue.

A four-race trail series in Evergreen featuring multiple distances at Elk Meadow, Alderfer/Three Sisters, Staunton State Park, and Bergen Peak; on-course maps, vendor tents, and a package option are available.

A professional pack burro race in Cripple Creek on June 28, 2026, held within the Donkey Derby Days festival. The 6 mile course features chip timing, staffed checkpoints, cash prizes, and family activities at the start and finish.

A community 5K in downtown Leadville on July 4, 2026, with a youth category and an Independence Day parade afterward. Proceeds support local youth athletics and recreation.

A 12.2K uphill trail race in Vail, Colorado marking its 50th running, the Vail HillClimb gains 2,128 feet across dirt and gravel service roads to finish at Mid-Vail, with aid stations, race shirts, awards by age group and a post-race raffle..

A high altitude trail running event in Como and Grant, Colorado offering ultras and shorter trail distances across alpine meadows, single track and historic mining terrain, with aid stations, drop bag options, crew and pacer rules.

A trail event at the Crested Butte Nordic Center featuring a 15 km out and back run, a 25 km loop run, and a technical 25 km mountain bike race with alpine climbs and a Green Lake checkpoint.

A high-altitude out-and-back ultra in Leadville with about 8,000 feet of gain over 50 miles, multiple aid stations, and an LT100 Run qualifier; additional 15-mile and juniors 5K distances are offered.

The STRS Horseshoe Gulch Grind will take place in Breckenridge on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

A 100 mile loop through Colorado's Sawatch Range, the High Lonesome 100 covers about 23,300 feet of climb, includes 27 miles of the Continental Divide Trail and 35 miles of the Colorado Trail, and provides detailed maps and aid stations.

A two day festival in Centennial Park, Cañon City on July 17–18, 2026 featuring whitewater competitions and land based events. The program includes running and mountain bike races, raft rodeo, SUP activities, cardboard boat races and a ween..

A three day 120 miles trail running event near Buena Vista Colorado using charity bibs that require a minimum $2,000 fundraising commitment. Successful fundraisers receive a registration code and donations are final and distributed in Decem..

Experience the mountain trails of Aspen Snowmass with three distinct race distances. Runners can choose between a 50K trek across four mountains a 25K trail run or a 10K course starting from the Elk Camp Gondola.

High-altitude trail races on Vail Mountain offering 10K and 5K courses that start near Gondola One, feature singletrack and gravel sections, on-course aid stations, post-race refreshments, and age-group awards.

Experience a historic mountain run on Pikes Peak climbing to an altitude of 10,200 feet. This 12.6 mile trail race features a 3,630 foot vertical gain through the scenic landscapes of Manitou Springs.

A trail ultramarathon in Colorado Springs with 20K, 30K, 50K and 50 mile options that start and finish at Bear Creek Regional Park. Courses use local granite trails, include high elevation sections, and operate cupless aid stations.

Creede 50 and 100 take place in Creede on July 25 and 26, 2026, offering 50 mile and 100 mile courses organized by Tempest Adventures. The event site provides runner information, course details, crew and pacer guidance, and support resource..

Held July 25, 2026 in Conifer, Colorado, the Elevation Run/Walk offers a 10K, a USATF certified 5K and a 2 mile fun run while raising funds for local school boosters and leading into the Elevation Celebration festival with music and vendors..