Trail Running calendar near Pine Junction Area 2026-2027

Experience the peaks of Colorado through a series of four half marathons and a 25 km trail race. Run through iconic locations like Estes Park and Nederland while supporting local youth programs.

A community-focused trail festival in Gold Hill, Colorado, with 28K, 12K, 5K and Kids 1K races, a shuttle from Boulder, and proceeds supporting wildfire preparedness for the town.

Experience the highest trail marathon in the USA reaching 13185 feet at Mosquito Pass. Choose between a 26.4 mile marathon or a 15.46 mile heavy half through Leadvilles historic mining district and rugged high altitude terrain.

Run under the full moon in Colorado. This overnight event offers solo ultramarathon distances and team relays on rolling dirt trails. A unique 100-mile challenge with a cash prize is available for 3-person teams.

A Backyard Ultra around Lake Estes where runners repeat 4.252 mile laps on a paved loop until one finishes. The event offers a stocked aid station, a custom hat for participants, and benefits local childcare services.

Experience a half marathon in the mountains of Nederland Colorado. This event features a significant elevation gain of 4226 feet with the summit always in view.

Kick off Independence Day with a 5k run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado. The scenic route travels along the Fraser River Trail and finishes at the Rendezvous Event Center for a post-race party.

A July 4 5K in downtown Leadville held above 10,000 feet, with adult and youth entries and proceeds supporting local youth athletics and recreation.

Celebrate 50 years of history at the Vail HillClimb, a 12.2 km mountain race gaining over 2,000 feet of elevation. Run from Vail Village to the scenic Mid-Vail finish line for incredible views and commemorative awards.

Experience high altitude trail running through historic Colorado ghost towns and mines at over 10000 feet. Choose from distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles in the scenic South Park Valley.

Experience an endurance challenge through historic Colorado mining districts with the Silver Rush 50 Run. Choose between 50 mile, 15 mile, or junior 5k distances while competing for a qualifying spot in the Leadville Trail 100.

Experience a high altitude 100 mile loop through the Colorado Rockies featuring 23,300 feet of gain. Run across alpine passes and historic ghost towns on the Continental Divide and Colorado Trails within a 37 hour limit.

Experience high altitude trail running at 10,000 feet on the scenic Vail Mountain in Colorado. Choose between a 5K or 10K course featuring mountain views, wildflowers, and a unique gondola ride to the starting line.

Experience a historic 12.6 mile mountain race on Pikes Peak. Runners ascend from Manitou Springs to Barr Camp at 10200 feet before descending the iconic Barr Trail in this classic Colorado summer event.

A three-day trail running stage race in Leadville, Colorado, crossing the continental divide between Hope Pass and Red Cliff. Two distance options with full camp support and a 500-runner capacity.

Experience the mountain trails of Colorado Springs at the Pikes Peak Ultra. Choose from four race distances that take you through high elevation terrain including Cheyenne Canon and the summit of Mt. Rosa.

Experience a historic Colorado tradition where runners and burros compete together. Navigate mountain trails and high altitude passes while carrying traditional mining gear in this unique world championship event.

A single 200 mile loop around Summit County Colorado with roughly 40,000 feet of climbing and altitudes above 9,000 feet. Field is capped at 75 runners and a prior 100 mile finish is required.

Experience an epic 200 mile point to point team relay from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs. Run through the heart of the Rocky Mountains and over two scenic mountain passes in this ultimate Colorado road race.

Experience high elevation trail running in the mountains of Fairplay Colorado. This event offers three distances ranging from a half marathon on forest roads to technical ultramarathons through remote wilderness terrain.