Trail Running calendar near Jelm Mountain 2026-2027

A USATF sanctioned trail event at Lory State Park on June 27, 2026 offering 5K, 5 mile and 10 mile routes with scenic foothill views, aid stations with biodegradable cups, dog water bowls, bib pickup the day before and post race food.

A backyard ultra on the paved Lake Estes trail where runners complete 4.252 mile loops each hour until one runner finishes a loop alone. The event records yards for DNFs and offers on-site aid and athlete village space.

A trail run at Howelsen Hill with 5K and 10K singletrack courses featuring significant early climbs, an aid station on the 10K, and a post-race awards celebration at Little Toots Park.

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 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.

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.

Alpine ultramarathons in State Forest State Park between the Never Summer and Medicine Bow ranges. Options include 100 km, 60 km or both, with high elevation terrain, staffed aid stations and limited cell service.

A point to point relay across Colorado, the Wild West Relay covers 200 miles and 36 legs from Fort Collins to Steamboat Springs over two mountain passes. Teams of various sizes can compete and each team carries a GPS tracker with app suppor..

A four-race August trail series at Lory State Park in Fort Collins featuring 5k, 10k and 12k courses with chip timing, series points and end-of-series awards. Post-race pizza and beverages are provided.

Two day mountain bike and trail running event in Steamboat Springs on August 8 and 9 2026. Multiple distances from a 52 mile solo bike to 26.2 and 13.1 mile runs, with proceeds supporting local youth and trail organizations.

Experience a focused trail run through the hills of Lory State Park with 1,700 feet of elevation gain. Enjoy a post-race social with pizza and beer in a scenic outdoor setting limited to 100 participants.

A four‑race midweek trail series at Lory State Park in August 2026 offering 5k, 10k and 12k courses with varied elevation. Series and per-race registration, post-race food and drinks, and end-of-series awards for top points scorers.

Run the scenic Medicine Bow Rail Trail and Lake Owen at high elevation in Wyoming's national forest. This event offers both marathon and half marathon distances, all on a historic pathway. The 2026 edition is scheduled for August 15.

Experience a hilly 5k trail race through the scenic Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in this midweek summer series event.

A four‑race midweek trail series at Lory State Park in August 2026 offering 5k, 10k and 12k courses with varied elevation. Series and per-race registration, post-race food and drinks, and end-of-series awards for top points scorers.

A multi-day challenge at Snow Mountain Ranch where runners repeat a 10 mile loop to cover as much distance as possible within a 60 hour window, with lodging, meals, coaching and recovery services included.

Antelope Dash on August 22, 2026 takes place at Curt Gowdy State Park near Cheyenne, Wyoming. Two trail distances run on rolling, forested trails with elevation rising from about 7,300 to about 7,700 feet.

Experience a fast and flat 12k trail race through the scenic Valley Trails of Lory State Park. Enjoy a low key atmosphere followed by pizza, beverages, and a vintage race shirt in Bellvue.

Trail races held from the Torian Plum Lawn in Steamboat Springs offering 50k, 16 mile and 5 mile options across high alpine terrain with cupless aid stations, limited crew access, and awards including finisher mugs and age group prizes.

Run Like the Wind in Allenspark on August 29, 2026 features a 5K race, a 2K run/walk and a dog jog option. Proceeds benefit The Old Gallery and participating dogs are entered in an amateur dog show.