Trail Running Calendar Colorado 2026-2027

Welcome to Colorado's premier trail running calendar for 2026-2027! Recognized as a trail runner's haven, Colorado seamlessly blends bustling urban settings with pristine mountain terrains. Whether you're a native, a newbie, or a visitor exploring the Centennial State's running trails, our calendar ensures you don't miss out on any event.

Denver, the renowned Mile High City, beckons runners with its urban-meets-nature charm. Iconic routes like the Cherry Creek Trail zigzag right through the city's pulse. Venturing south, Colorado Springs, dubbed the "Olympic City", boasts of trails skirting the monumental Garden of the Gods. Here, a run transcends the ordinary, offering an experience akin to striking gold.

For those seeking a quiet escape, Aurora presents peaceful reservoir paths, making urban detox achievable. If the allure of academic vibes mixed with nature captivates you, Fort Collins and its famous Horsetooth Reservoir trails won't disappoint. Meanwhile, Lakewood introduces runners to nature's canvas with the Red Rocks painting every run. And let's not forget Boulder, offering a diverse range of trails set against the stunning backdrop of the Flatirons.

A three-race trail series in Durango, Colorado in July 2026 that pairs evening trail races with local breweries and nonprofit beneficiaries. Each event offers trail distances from 5K to 10K, post-race awards and brewery afterparties.

A 5K run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado following the Fraser River Trail from Gondola Plaza to the Rendezvous Event Center, with an after party featuring refreshments, awards and prize giveaways.

A community 5K in downtown Leadville on July 4, 2026, with a youth category and an Independence Day parade afterward. Proceeds support local youth athletics and recreation.

An uphill community foot race in Telluride on July 4 following the Telluride Trail to San Sophia ridge, with age-group awards and proceeds supporting the Good Neighbor Fund.

Experience a mountain run to the summit of an 10,839 foot former volcano. This 8 mile out and back course features 2200 feet of climbing and panoramic views from a historic fire lookout tower.

A 12.2K uphill trail race in Vail, Colorado marking its 50th running, the Vail HillClimb gains 2,128 feet across dirt and gravel service roads to finish at Mid-Vail, with aid stations, race shirts, awards by age group and a post-race raffle..

A high altitude trail running event in Como and Grant, Colorado offering ultras and shorter trail distances across alpine meadows, single track and historic mining terrain, with aid stations, drop bag options, crew and pacer rules.

A 100-mile loop in the San Juan Mountains near Silverton Colorado featuring about 66,500 feet of total elevation change and alpine terrain. The event publishes runner and volunteer manuals and supports local organizations.

A trail event at the Crested Butte Nordic Center featuring a 15 km out and back run, a 25 km loop run, and a technical 25 km mountain bike race with alpine climbs and a Green Lake checkpoint.

A high-altitude out-and-back ultra in Leadville with about 8,000 feet of gain over 50 miles, multiple aid stations, and an LT100 Run qualifier; additional 15-mile and juniors 5K distances are offered.

The STRS Horseshoe Gulch Grind will take place in Breckenridge on Wednesday 15 July 2026.

A 100 mile mountain endurance race in Ouray, Colorado with about 41,862 feet of elevation gain and fourteen climbs. Entrants must complete eight hours of volunteer service or pay a $100 opt out; top finishers face postrace drug testing and..

A 100 mile loop through Colorado's Sawatch Range, the High Lonesome 100 covers about 23,300 feet of climb, includes 27 miles of the Continental Divide Trail and 35 miles of the Colorado Trail, and provides detailed maps and aid stations.

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..

A three day 120 miles trail running event near Buena Vista Colorado using charity bibs that require a minimum $2,000 fundraising commitment. Successful fundraisers receive a registration code and donations are final and distributed in Decem..

Mountain trail races in Silverton, Colorado on the historic Alpine Loop. Distances include a 50K, a marathon and an 8 mile out and back that pass ghost mining towns and reach California Pass near 12,926 feet.

A mountain trail event at Powderhorn Mountain Resort on July 18, 2026, with a *5K* climb gaining over 1,500 ft and a *15K* that repeats the ascent. Registration includes resort entry, a t-shirt, finisher item, post-race food, and a lift pas..

A trail race on Spring Creek near the gazebo in Steamboat Springs offering a 9.5 mile loop with steep early climbs and a 5K out and back. The long course has one aid station and is cupless.

Experience the mountain trails of Aspen Snowmass with three distinct race distances. Runners can choose between a 50K trek across four mountains a 25K trail run or a 10K course starting from the Elk Camp Gondola.

High-altitude trail races on Vail Mountain offering 10K and 5K courses that start near Gondola One, feature singletrack and gravel sections, on-course aid stations, post-race refreshments, and age-group awards.

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