Trail Running calendar near Vail 2026-2027

Join the USCSA Cross Country Ski Racing Festival at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on Jan 24 and 25 2026. Collegiate teams and middle and high school racers take on classic distances and a skate sprint over two action packed days.

Brave the cold at the Freakin Freezin 5K in Denver on Jan 25 at Northfield High School. Run a flat, car free trail 5K or go virtual, earn a custom finisher medal, and get guaranteed swag if you register by Jan 15.

The Sourdough Snowshoe Race in Nederland, CO is a donation based backcountry event offering 18K and 30K routes where snowshoes are required. Enjoy rugged alpine scenery with a warming tent and hot drinks at the finish.

Join the Super Sunday 5K on February 8, 2026 in Littleton for a scenic run along the Mary Carter Greenway. Celebrate at a post race party at Breckenridge Brewery Farmhouse with 20% off food and drinks and community fun.

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.

Join the 21st Run Through Time Trail Marathon and Half Marathon in Salida Colorado on March 14 2026 for scenic high country trails and Arkansas Valley views. Limited fields and varied distances make this a memorable spring trail challenge.

Race The Ranch is a scenic snowshoe race at Snow Mountain Ranch in Granby Colorado on April 4 2026, with 50k, 25k and 5k loop options over snowy singletrack and groomed trails. Finishers receive a custom bib, Fractel beanie and engraved Mii..

Mountain Ridge Trail Race on Saturday April 11 2026 in Highlands Ranch Colorado starts and finishes at Mountain Ridge Middle School. Choose 21 mile, half marathon, 10 km or 5 km on mostly dirt single track with rolling climbs.

Niwot's Challenge is a by invitation only endurance event near Sedalia, Colorado that prizes off trail navigation and self reliance over racing. Limited to 40 entrants, it offers routes up to 100 miles for experienced wilderness runners.

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.

Tackle scenic single track on the slopes of Mt Sopris near Carbondale, Colorado with point to point 10 mile and 25k races finishing at Rock Bottom Ranch in Basalt. Expect steep climbs, flowing descents and lively trail festival energy.

Samson's Revenge at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park offers 10k, 27k and 55k looped trail races with a steep climb to Bible Point. Enjoy flowing single track, on course aid and a custom Fractel hat plus wool finisher socks.

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.

Celebrate Memorial Day with Pyro's Push It Up River Trail Run on May 25 in New Castle, honoring a fallen hero. Choose a family friendly 3.5 km riverside run or the scenic 7.7 km with hilltop climbs, available on site or virtually.

Run scenic singletrack through ponderosa pine and granite in Buffalo Creek, Colorado with 50 Mile or 50K options and full aid support. Proceeds help the North Fork Volunteer Fire Department and finishers receive commemorative awards.

Hit alpine single track at Granby Ranch in Granby, Colorado on June 6, 2026 with options from 6 Mile to 50k and a unique Elevation Challenge. Expect rugged scenery, well stocked aid stations, and a lively resort finish.

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.

Race in the Clouds at Alma Cemetery Meadow offers high country trail running, mountain bike races and weekend camping at 10,600 feet. Choose from a trail half, 10K, multiple bike distances and free kids races for a weekend of alpine adventu..

Run the Life Time Leadville Trail Marathon or Heavy Half on June 27, 2026, tackling high alpine singletrack and dirt roads through historic mining country up to Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet. Expect a challenging, possibly snowy race with fu..

High Trails Retreat in Buena Vista July 9 to 12 2026 offers daily runs of 10 to 20 miles and an optional Hope Pass or Sawatch 14er climb. Stay riverside, share meals, relax by the river and pick routes with the group.