Trail Running calendar near Salida 2026-2027

A Fourth of July 5K in downtown Leadville, organized by the Leadville Sports Hall, with youth entry free and proceeds supporting local youth athletics.

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..

A combined national high school trail championship and a citizens race on the Salida Mountain Trails in Salida, Colorado on July 25, 2026. The 5.4 mile singletrack course includes steep climbs, switchbacks and a high point near 7,558 ft.

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 on trails, 4WD roads and rec paths, with elevations above 9,000 ft and sections over 12,700 ft. The field is capped at 75 runners and includes 12 aid stations, four sleep stations, and l..

STRS #4 - Tom's Baby on July 29, 2026 takes place at Tom's Baby Trailhead in Breckenridge, CO, offering short and long course entries with adult, youth, and non-binary categories and published entry fees.

Sheep Mountain Trail Runs in Fairplay, CO offers 50 mile, 50k and half marathon courses at high elevation with technical trails and forest roads. The event includes stocked aid stations, a finisher medal, drop down options and a 16 hour tim..