Trail Running calendar near Vail 2026-2027

A load bearing endurance event at Staunton State Park on September 5, 2026. Routes range from 6.5 to 21.5 miles with loads from 10 to 40 lb and proceeds benefit the Special Forces Foundation.

Experience a high altitude trail run starting at 10,000 feet on Rabbit Ears Pass. Runners navigate a mix of forest roads and single track trails with 1,200 feet of elevation change through scenic Colorado terrain.

A remembrance running event in Longmont, Colorado on a flat 1.05 mile loop, offering timed and distance options from 5K to 100 miles. Amenities include race shirts, finisher awards, a stocked aid station, and hot food for overnight runners.

A longstanding Nederland, Colorado running event offering a 5K road run, a 10K trail, and a trail half marathon, with family-friendly features, on-leash dogs allowed in the 5K, and costume encouragement.

Trail running festival at Snow Mountain Ranch near Granby, Colorado with distances from 3.3 to 31.4 miles on dirt trails, notable elevation changes, aid stations, a cupless initiative, and volunteer opportunities.

Devil on the Divide in Empire, Colorado is a point to point trail event on September 12, 2026 offering 50K and 22K options with high alpine terrain and substantial elevation gain; prior ultra experience is required for the 50K.

Trail Sisters Women's Half Marathon and 10K in Buena Vista, Colorado, feature trail courses through sagebrush and ponderosa pines with views of the Collegiate Peaks, and offer both group and solo participation options.

A trail race on Meadow Mountain in Minturn, Colorado offering an 11K and a 5K route across singletrack and meadows with stream crossings, scenic mountain views, on-course aid stations, and finish-line t-shirts and refreshments.

A fall mountain event on September 13, 2026 featuring a 25K loop past Crystal Mill, an 8 mile Quarry Climb, and a 2.5K kids run, with a post-race BBQ and proceeds benefiting Marble Charter School.

Run Rabbit Run in Steamboat Springs, Colorado is an annual trail ultramarathon offering 100 mile (Hares and Tortoises) and 50 mile divisions, limited-field races with a six-figure prize purse and a history of charitable giving.

Trail race in Golden, Colorado with 10 mile and 5 mile courses on North Table Mountain. Organized by BeyondHome to raise funds for families moving from homelessness to self sufficiency.

Experience the mountain ridges and meadows of Gunnison National Forest at the Crested Butte Ultra. Choose between 35K, 55K, and 50 mile distances on single track trails with stunning fall foliage.

Experience desert style single track and forest roads with views of the Collegiate Peaks in Buena Vista. Choose between 50k or 30k distances as part of the multi sport 14er Fest.

A two-day trail and bike event in Estes Park featuring 31-mile bike and run options, a 15-mile heavy half, and a 62-mile duathlon, with rugged trails, significant climbs, and aid stations supporting competitors.

A scenic half marathon from Fanny Hill in Snowmass along the Government Trail through Aspen groves to Koch Lumber Park in downtown Aspen. Registration opens April 28, 2026; in store $80, online $105.

A point to point trail race from Vail to Minturn with 26K and 14K courses across Vail Mountain. Both routes feature alpine singletrack, scenic views of Mt. Holy Cross, staffed aid stations and a post race lunch voucher.

A *5K* trail run on Town of Breckenridge Trails that finishes at Blue River Plaza on Main Street during Breckenridge Oktoberfest. Field limited to 300 runners; first 250 registrants receive a long-sleeve technical tee and 21+ entrants get a..

A high alpine 50k near Mount Princeton in Nathrop, Colorado, featuring 7,000 ft of climbing and a 13,100 ft high point. The course follows Chalk Creek Canyon and the Colorado Trail through ponderosa and aspen forests to an alpine plateau.

A fall trail event in Buena Vista, Colorado on September 27, 2026 offering a 14K trail race with over 500 feet of elevation gain and a 5K along the Arkansas River. Both races start and finish at Vendor Village near the Eddyline Beer Garden.

A weekend trail endurance festival at Bear Creek Lake Park (Oct 3–4, 2026) offering distances from 5K to 100K on mostly singletrack, with looped courses, staffed aid stations, drop-bag access at the Start/Finish, and finishers' awards.