Trail Running calendar near Salida 2025-2026

Test your winter legs on the frozen Rio Grande in Alamosa with a chip timed 5k on January 24, 2026, complete with ice themed awards. An alternate pond course will be used if ice is unsafe and traction footwear is recommended.

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 scenic, varied loops at Cheyenne Mountain State Park with 10K, half marathon, 20 mile and 6 hour and 15 hour timed options plus two day passes and camping. Expect rugged mountain trails, stocked aid stations and finisher medals.

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.

Run Palmer Park's singletrack at the Rattler Trail Race on April 18, 2026, with 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K options. Enjoy technical trails, sandstone bluffs and sweeping views of Colorado Springs and distant Pikes Peak on a low elevation gain cou..

Run the rim at Royal Gorge Groove in Cañon City, Colorado, with distances from a 5K to a rugged 50K. Enjoy technical trails, sweeping Arkansas River views, live chip timing, and an energetic resort atmosphere.

May 2, 2026: Greenland Trail Races at Greenland Open Space in Larkspur offer distances from 4 miles to 50K plus a virtual option. Scenic dirt trails with Pikes Peak views, aid stations, tech shirts, medals, and a 50K buckle.

Run among iconic red rock formations with sweeping views of Pikes Peak at Take 5 in the Garden on May 2, 2026 in Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs. Road and trail races range from a 5K to 9.5 miles and the park will be closed to vehicles..

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.

Valkyrie Trail Race is a women focused spring trail festival at Cheyenne Mountain State Park near southern Colorado Springs, with multiple distances from 4 miles to 50K. Expect climbs, singletrack and technical rocky descents for a scenic,..

Ram Party Trail Runs brings scenic mountain trails around Rampart Reservoir to Buffalo Lodge in Colorado Springs, with distances from 15K to 55 mile for every kind of runner. Expect high country climbs, aid stations, and finisher awards.

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.

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.

Explore high alpine loops at Mueller State Park on June 6 and 7 for the Great Divide Ultra, with distances from 25k to 100 mile and night run options for 25k and 50k. Scenic views, supportive aid, and standout finish swag await.

Aiden's Adventure 5K on June 6 in Colorado Springs is a family friendly run and kids dash honoring Aiden while benefiting local charities. Enjoy scenic trails, free shirts for early registrants, carnival games and food trucks.

Mace's Hideout 100/50 is a June mountain trail race in Colorado's Wet Mountains offering 100 mile and 50 mile options. Runners cross alpine meadows to dry piñon for sweeping views on a route tied to a historic local hideout.

Run through sandstone formations and past Balanced Rock in Garden of the Gods Park, Colorado Springs, at the 10 Mile, 10K and trail run on June 14, 2026. Celebrate a supportive race atmosphere and a storied 45 year tradition.

Join the Leadville Trail 100 Run Camp in Leadville, Colorado, June 19 to 21 for a three day preview of the LT100 course. Enjoy guided day and night runs, gear demos, shuttles and recovery services for a full race ready experience.

Run into summer at the San Juan Solstice 50 Mile, a scenic trail challenge crossing wild high country on June 20, 2026. With a limited 300 spots and lottery entry, this is a soulful test of endurance and scenery for adventurous runners.

Experience classic Colorado singletrack in Garden of the Gods and Pike National Forest on June 20, 2026 with 100K, 50K and 35K options. Expect big climbs, stunning views and full aid station support.