Logo

Trail Running Calendar Colorado 2025-2026

Welcome to Colorado's premier trail running calendar for 2025-2026! 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.

Ouray Mountain Trail Run

Ouray

Enjoy a challenging 13 mile trail run in breathtaking Ouray, Colorado, starting and finishing at Fellin Park. This community fundraiser supports the Ouray School and helps fund student trips, with free entry for local students and staff.

Pikes Peak Marathon

Manitou Springs

Race to the summit of Pikes Peak on the historic Barr Trail in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Choose the full marathon up and down the 14,115 foot peak or the uphill Ascent for an epic alpine challenge and unforgettable views.

Pikes Peak Ascent

Manitou Springs

Race to the summit of Pikes Peak on the historic Barr Trail in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Choose the full marathon up and down the 14,115 foot peak or the uphill Ascent for an epic alpine challenge and unforgettable views.

Red Feather Trail Jamboree

Red Feather Lakes

Red Feather Trail Jamboree in Red Feather Lakes Colorado offers a weekend of scenic singletrack racing, camping and a community dinner at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. Choose 50 Mile, 50K or Half Marathon, capped at 500 runners.

Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival

Westcliffe

...

Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival near Westcliffe Colorado on Sept 26 and 27 2026 features races from 8 mile to 100 mile on scenic mountain trails. Camp onsite, enjoy stocked aid stations, and race in a small, community focused field.

Crested Butte Ultra

Crested Butte

Crested Butte Ultra offers high alpine single track racing in Colorado with 50 Mile, 55K and 35K options through Gunnison National Forest. Expect sweeping mountain ridge views, cupless aid stations, custom swag and a finisher buckle.

West Line Winder

Buena Vista

Run rolling single track and forest roads around Buena Vista, Colorado, with sweeping Collegiate Peaks views. Choose a 30K or 50K and soak up 14er Fest vibes with camping, live music and local vendors.

24 Hours Of Palmer Lake

Palmer Lake

Push your limits in a community driven 24 hour endurance run on the scenic Palmer Divide near Palmer Lake, CO on Sept 26, 2026. Loop the 0.82 mile course, chase distance awards and support local parks with every entry.

October 2026

Sage Burner Trail Run

Gunnison

Run through slickrock, singletrack and rolling hills at Hartman Rocks near Black Canyon National Park. Choose the 50K or 15K and enjoy sweeping mountain views, a finisher medal and a BOCO Gear trucker hat.

The Bear Chase

Bear Creek Lake Park

...

Run singletrack and crusher fine trails at Bear Creek Lake Park during the Bear Chase Race festival on October 3 to 4, 2026. Distances from 5K to 100K offer looped courses, plentiful aid stations, and a welcoming trail community.

Indian Creek Trail Runs

Sedalia

Explore scenic Front Range single track trails at Indian Creek Campground near Sedalia Colorado with distances from 5 miles to 50 miles. Enjoy fall views, a race shirt and finisher medal in a small field.

Beware The Bear Trail Races

Morrison

Tackle scenic single track trails at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood CO with 5 km, 15 km, a 5 plus 15 double and a kids 1 km. Enjoy race swag and a pancake breakfast amid varied terrain and rolling hills.