Trail Running calendar near Westcliffe 2026-2027

Trail running at Farish Recreation Area on May 23, 2026, with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a free 1 mile kids run. Top three men and women place in each adult race and the first 200 finishers receive a race hat.

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.

At Fort Carson near Pike's Peak on May 30 to 31, 2026, Spartan offers multiple obstacle races at high elevation. Events range from a kids 1 to 3 km race to a 50 km Ultra and include a pre event workshop and spectator access.

A looped trail ultrafestival in Mueller State Park on June 6 to 7 2026 offering 100 mile, 100k, 50k and 25k races on smooth single and double track. Aid stations are crew accessible and a night run takes place at sunset.

Aiden's Adventure 5K in Colorado Springs is the fifth annual memorial run with on-site and virtual 5K options plus a 1-mile kids dash. The event includes race shirts, medals, family activities, and donates proceeds to local charities.

Mountain ultramarathons in Colorado’s Wet Mountains that move from mossy fir forests and alpine meadows to dry pinyon and sagebrush terrain, with limited fields and large elevation change.

Races on June 14, 2026, through the sandstone formations of Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs. Options include a 10 Mile, two 10K races (road and trail) and a 2.9 mile Youth Classic; registration windows and fees vary.

Trail races in Colorado Springs with 100K, 50K and 35K courses that start and finish at Rock Ledge Ranch in Garden of the Gods, featuring significant elevation gain, aid stations, and on course support.

A professional pack burro race in Cripple Creek during Donkey Derby Days, featuring a 6 mile urban course, chip timing, checkpoint support, animal welfare rules, on-site activities and monetary awards.

Experience a high altitude mountain race through the Sawatch range of the Colorado Rockies. This 101 mile loop features historical ghost towns and alpine passes with over 23000 feet of elevation gain.

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..

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 three day, multi stage trail race across the Colorado continental divide from Hope Pass to Red Cliff. Options include a 51 mile Full Pint and a 35 mile Half Pint; the event is fully supported and limited to 500 runners.

Pikes Peak Ultra in Colorado Springs features 20K, 30K, 50K and 50 mile trail courses from Bear Creek Regional Park with substantial elevation change, cupless aid stations, and published maps and GPX files for each distance.

A pack burro race in Buena Vista Colorado on Aug 2 2026 with 13.1 mile and 7.3 mile courses offered both with and without burros. Burro teams must meet specific equipment and conduct rules and finishers receive a gift and a meal.

Pat's Pony Express is a trail race at Rampart Reservoir in Colorado Springs offering 8 mile and 16 mile distances. Founded in 1977, it takes place the second Saturday of August and includes a member discount.

Experience the trails of Cheyenne Mountain State Park with three race distances ranging from a 5K walk to a 25K mountain challenge. This chip timed fundraiser supports park conservation through scenic and high elevation courses.

La Garita 200 is a 200 mile mountain loop that starts and finishes in South Fork on the banks of the Rio Grande. The route rises to just under 13,000 feet and passes through pine forest, alpine tundra and mountain parks.

A women's trail running event in Buena Vista, Colorado offering a Half Marathon and a 10k on mountain trails with views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River. Organized by Trail Sisters to increase women’s participation in trail ru..

A 13.3 mile mountain race from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 foot summit of Pikes Peak, gaining about 7,800 feet on the historic Barr Trail. The 2026 Ascent uses wave placement based on estimated times and invites elite competitors.