Trail Running calendar near Salida 2025-2026

Run the Kokopelli XC Invitational in Colorado Springs, featuring youth races and a competitive 5 km Open and Masters race. Part of the Colorado Long Distance Grand Prix Series with a $10,000 prize purse and club championship.

Located in Colorado Springs’ North Cheyenne Cañon Park, the Canya Cañon Trail Race & Family Hike offers a 4-mile trail race along the Columbine Trail, starting at the Starsmore Visitor & Nature Center (2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd). The course..

Take on the Colorado Cold Rush Ultra in Colorado Springs on Nov 22, 2025 with 50k, half marathon or 10k on scenic Bear Creek and High Drive trails. Runners get a race shirt, BOCO beanie, personalized bib, finisher award and post race food.

Run the Sawmill Trail Runs at Staunton State Park on Dec 6 with 50k, 16 mile, and 8 mile options through alpine meadows and granite cliffs. High elevation, a limited field, and well stocked aid stations promise a scenic, challenging winter..

Run the Rio Frio 5k on the frozen Rio Grande in Alamosa, CO, with San Juan and Sangre de Cristo views and chip timing. Embrace the icy course with traction footwear and chase ice themed awards in this one of a kind winter race.

Gothic Mountain Tour is a scenic Nordic ski fundraiser in Crested Butte on Feb 15, 2026 supporting Crested Butte Nordic. Choose 23.5 miles competitive or 17.85 miles recreational and finish at the Magic Meadows Yurt.

Hit the trails at Cheyenne Mountain State Park for the Stories Trail Runs on Feb 21 to 22, 2026. Choose timed ultras or distance races on scenic multi loop courses with camping and a lively aid station at Swift Puma Campground.

Run Through Time in Salida Colorado offers marathon, half, 2 mile and kids 400 meter races on scenic high altitude Arkansas Hills trails. Limited fields, single track terrain and custom race socks make for a memorable spring trail day.

Run scenic singletrack at the Rattler Trail Race in Palmer Park, Colorado Springs, with options from 5K to 50K that pass sandstone bluffs and offer Pikes Peak views. Technical but rewarding trails suit a range of abilities.

Take in cliffside views along the Royal Gorge rim on rocky, technical trails with distances from a kids mile to a 50K. Starts and finishes at Royal Gorge Ranch in Cañon City on Apr 25, 2026 with camping and a bike event the next day.

Run scenic trails with Pikes Peak views at the Greenland Trail Races in Larkspur on May 2, 2026. Options from 4 miles to the RRCA National 50K Championship include chip timing, tech shirts, finisher medals and a 50K buckle.

Take 5 in the Garden invites runners to explore Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs with road and trail distances. Enjoy traffic free courses past red rock formations and views of snow capped Pikes Peak.

Take on the Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista, Colorado on May 2, 2026, a rugged mountain course along the Arkansas River. Choose 25 miles or 50 miles and tackle big elevation changes on scenic single track and jeep trails.

Join the Valkyrie Trail Race on May 9, 2026 at Cheyenne Mountain State Park for a women focused day of stunning singletrack, rocky descents and springtime views. Distances from short runs up to 50K ultramarathon welcome all levels.

Endure Trail Runs at Mueller State Park: scenic single and double track courses offering 10K, half, marathon and a quirky 12 hour loop event where runners draw loop colors. Small field, central aid and on site camping.

Ram Party Trail Runs in the Colorado Springs Woodland Park area offers distances from 15K to a rugged 55 Mile course around Rampart Reservoir and Rampart Range Road. Enjoy stunning high country trails, finisher awards and podium prizes.

Run the 50 Mile or 50K in Buffalo Creek Colorado on scenic singletrack through ponderosa pines, granite outcrops and burn areas. Proceeds support North Fork Volunteer Fire Department and finishers get food, drinks and a commemorative award.

Run Great Divide Ultra June 6 and 7 2026 in Divide Colorado with distances from 25k to the first Colorado 100 mile on scenic loops in Mueller State Park. Expect big climbs, crew friendly aid, finishers awards and a post race meal.

Join Aiden's Adventure 5k at Fountain Creek Regional Park for a relaxed, family friendly trail fun run with a virtual option and a kids mile. Enjoy crafts, a butterfly release, food trucks and community vibes while supporting local charitie..

San Juan Solstice 50 Mile Run is an ultramarathon scheduled for June 20, 2026. The event features a 50-mile course, with a dedicated course info page and an alternate course option, underscoring a challenging yet community-focused atmospher..