Trail Running Calendar Colorado 2026-2027

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 historic uphill trail race in Vail, Colorado celebrating its 50th edition on July 5, 2026. The 12.2K (7.6 mile) route gains 2,128 feet and finishes at Mid-Vail with aid stations, awards, a raffle and post-race refreshments.

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 ultramarathon in the San Juan Mountains of southern Colorado, featuring about 66,394 feet of total elevation change and an average elevation of 11,186 feet. The course uses 4WD roads, dirt trails and cross country terrain.

A historic Crested Butte trail event offering 15 km and 25 km runs plus a technical 25 km mountain bike course. Routes include long climbs, rocky singletrack and a Green Lake checkpoint with limited aid.

A high altitude 50 mile out and back near Leadville with about 7,500 feet of climbing, aid stations, designated crew zones, shuttle parking, and LT100 qualifier coins available.

Experience the STRS Horseshoe Gulch Grind in Breckenridge with short and long course options. This trail event offers categories for adults and youth starting from the Blair Witch Trailhead.

A 100-mile trail race in Ouray, Colorado, with about 41,862 feet of elevation gain across fourteen climbs and a 52-hour cutoff. Runners must complete eight hours of volunteer service or pay a $100 opt-out fee; winners face drug testing and..

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..

Trail races around Silverton, Colorado on the Alpine Loop with 50K, marathon and 8-mile courses passing historic mining towns and reaching California Pass at about 12,930 feet; aid stations, chip timing, no pacers, and limited crew access.

Trail running event in Mesa, Colorado on July 18, 2026 offering 5 km and 15 km courses. Organized by the Grand Junction Sports Commission; volunteers can register and full refunds or deferrals apply if canceled for severe weather.

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.

Repeating 2 km out and back laps on the Thumb Open Space trail in Estes Park. Participants collect a poker chip at each turnaround and the most chips wins during a sunup to sundown timeframe; 35 spots and a $100 entry fee.

A community trail event at JCC Ranch Camp on Saturday July 18 offering 5k and 10k trail options, sliding scale entry, on course water and clinic support, plus post-race tie dye and craft activities for finishers.

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-stage trail race in Colorado offering Full Pint (51 miles) and Half Pint (35 miles) options, with campsite support, meals, showers and therapy services; registration is limited to 500 runners.

Kendall Mountain Run in Silverton on July 19, 2026 features a 12 mile summit route climbing from 9,318 ft to 13,066 ft and an 11 km out and back to Deer Park, with cupless aid stations and a six hour time limit.