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.

Summer Vibes Bike Rally & Run Festival in Lyons Colorado pairs gravel and road bike rallies with trail running, relays, live music, recovery pools and camping for a combined endurance and festival weekend.

Experience the peaks of Colorado through a series of four half marathons and a 25 km trail race. Run through iconic locations like Estes Park and Nederland while supporting local youth programs.

A community-focused trail festival in Gold Hill, Colorado, with 28K, 12K, 5K and Kids 1K races, a shuttle from Boulder, and proceeds supporting wildfire preparedness for the town.

Experience a high altitude outdoor festival in the highest incorporated town in North America featuring trail running mountain biking and duathlon. Enjoy a weekend of racing and meadow camping surrounded by 14,000 foot peaks.

A mostly off-trail mountain traverse near Silverton, CO—about 50 km with 19,000 ft ascent, unmarked navigation, limited support, and entry limited to qualified Sky Pilots members with a 19-hour cutoff.

Experience the beauty of Lory State Park at this USATF sanctioned trail race featuring 5K, 5 mile, and 10 mile distances. Enjoy scenic foothill views, plant-based post-race pancakes, and unique wooden medals.

On June 27, 2026 in Leadville, Colorado two trail races run to Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet. The marathon is 26.4 miles and the Heavy Half is 15.46 miles, with multiple on-course aid stations and a Leadville Trail 100 qualifying allocation.

An overnight endurance event in Highlands Ranch, Colorado offering solo and team relay options on a 10.3 miles dirt loop beneath a full moon. Two aid stations, drop bags, medical support and a headlamp requirement are provided.

A lap-based backyard ultra around Lake Estes in Estes Park, Colorado. Each lap is 4.252 miles on a paved bike trail with 150 feet of gain, repeated hourly until one runner remains; aid, a custom hat, and athlete village space are provided.

Experience trail running at the historic Howelsen Hill ski area in Steamboat Springs. Choose between 5k and 10k distances as part of an exciting multi sport race weekend in the Colorado mountains.

Experience a half marathon in the mountains of Nederland Colorado. This event features a significant elevation gain of 4226 feet with the summit always in view.

A series of trail races at Sunlight Mountain Resort in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, held across multiple dates in 2026. The course is mostly singletrack with significant elevation change and a water only aid station on the run.

A 10K trail race at Alderfer Ranch that loops through Elk Meadow Open Space Park via Pioneer Trail, with a downhill along Highway 74 and a wooded section by the mountain. Registration is not yet available and the race is cup free with no ai..

July 2026

Celebrate Independence Day with a festive 5k along Pueblo's Arkansas River Trail. This family-friendly event features costume prizes, finisher medals, and post-race activities. Proceeds support the local running community and charitable cau..

Kick off Independence Day with a 5k run/walk in Winter Park, Colorado. The scenic route travels along the Fraser River Trail and finishes at the Rendezvous Event Center for a post-race party.

A July 4 5 kilometer run or walk in downtown Leadville, with downtown bib pickup and an Independence Day parade afterward. Adult entry is $25 and youth 17 and under may enter for free, with proceeds supporting local youth athletics.

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 mountain trail race on July 5, 2026 in Vail, Colorado covering 12.2 km with about 2,128 feet of climb, starting at Vail’s Mountain Haus and finishing at Mid-Vail. Aid stations, race shirts, awards and postrace refreshments are provided.

Experience high altitude trail running through historic Colorado ghost towns and mines at over 10000 feet. Choose from distances ranging from 10 miles to 100 miles in the scenic South Park Valley.

The Hardrock 100 is a 100 mile loop trail run around Silverton, Colorado, covering 66,394 feet of elevation change with an average elevation above 11,000 feet. The route uses 4WD roads, dirt trails and cross country sections in the San Juan..

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