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 multi distance running festival in Eaton, Colorado on May 30 to May 31, 2026 offering races from 7K to 100 Mile plus relay and timed events. The venue uses a 2 mile groomed loop and provides glamping and onsite amenities including sauna a..

A mountain ultramarathon near Denver offering 50 Mile and 50K options on mostly singletrack trails, passing 1996 burn areas, ponderosa pines, and granite formations. Part of the proceeds support the North Fork Volunteer Fire Department.

A Backyard Ultra on the Spurline Trail in Durango where runners complete repeated 4.17 miles loops each hour until one person remains. The event raises funds for Durango Trails and requires an entry fee plus per yard pledges.

A 20K clockwise loop around Turquoise Lake that mixes hilly paved road and single track trail, held May 30, 2026, with $40 adult registration and free entry for youth 17 and under. Proceeds support local youth athletics and recreation.

A 5k trail race through the rolling hills of Elk Meadow Park in Evergreen, Colorado, with vendor tents, rec trailer activities and refreshments. The course is cup free and has no aid stations, with marshals on course.

A scenic *5 km* cross country race at the Leadville National Fish Hatchery on May 31, 2026, with dirt road, path and trail sections. Awards are given by age group and youth registration is free.

Trail race in Parker, CO with a steep stair incline and about 600 feet of climbing. The main event is roughly 10 kilometers and there is a one mile kids race, handicap starts, aid stations, awards, and volunteer opportunities.

June 2026

Six trail races across Summit County, Colorado, in summer 2026. Series registration includes long and short course options with adult, youth, and non binary categories and events at multiple Summit County trail heads.

A mountain trail event in Snowmass Village on June 5-6, 2026 offering a 6.6 mile Red Loop and timed 6 hour and 24 hour ultras, with campground hub, on-site amenities, and 2026 as the final year at Snowmass.

A team trail relay in Snowmass Village on June 5-6, 2026 featuring mountain loops, camping at Ragnar Village, and team formats for four or eight runners. The course totals 120 miles with significant elevation gain and weekend on site amenit..

Trail races at Granby Ranch Resort in Colorado offer multiple distances including a 14 hour Elevation Challenge based on completed loops. The combined field is capped at 250 and the event includes aid stations, drop bag options, and on-site..

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.

A multi distance off road running festival at Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary near Erie, Colorado. Events include 5k, 10k, 50k, 50 mile and multiple timed runs while supporting the sanctuary.

A looped 10k plus trail run at Devils Backbone Open Space in Loveland featuring marked singletrack, an aid station near mile three served twice, old school timing with a finish stick, and an awards gathering at Loveland Aleworks.

A mountain trail 10 km on Vail Mountain at nearly 9,000 feet with varied terrain, two on course aid stations and a cupless policy with a provided collapsible cup. Multiple age categories and a total prize purse of $12,200.

Looped trail races at Barr Lake State Park in Brighton Colorado offer 50K, 30K, half marathon, 15K and 5K options on dirt surfaces with lake and Front Range views. Aid station coverage varies by distance.

A trail race on the single track trails of Howelsen Hill in Steamboat Springs offering 8 mile and 4 mile distances. Proceeds support the Knights of Columbus and awards and a prize raffle follow the race.

Races through Garden of the Gods Park include a 10 mile road, 10K road and 10K trail, all finishing at Rock Ledge Ranch. The routes pass towering sandstone formations, include aid stations, and end with on-site post-race food and music.

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