Adventure Fest at 18 Road

Event overview

Adventure Fest is a two-day outdoor event at the North Fruita Desert Trailhead in Fruita, CO, on May 9-10, 2026. The weekend includes trail running, mountain bike and gravel races, guided canyoneering, clinics, kids races, campground activities, and merchandise available at packet pick-up.

Key details

• Distances and courses:

  • 13.8-mile Fruita Trail Half Marathon loop
  • 50K Sarlacc Attack long course (3,400 ft climb)
  • 50K Dirty Edge Gravel (2,700 ft climb)
  • 22K Sarlacc Zippity short course

• Canyoneering: guided trips in Colorado National Monument with rappels up to 100 ft, age 8+, cost $150. A skills progression is provided for participants with no prior experience.

• Camping: reserved sites at the start/finish area include a fire ring, concrete picnic table, 12' x 12' tent pad, and graveled parking. Vault toilets are nearby. There is no water, electricity, or garbage service. Each site is limited to ten people and two vehicles. Campsite fee listed as $50.

• Registration and fees: tiered pricing is listed for events (example: Fruita Trail Half/Sarlacc/Dirty Edge from $105 early to $135 race weekend; Zippity MTB from $50 early to $80 race weekend). Entry fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Refund credits are available 30+ days before the event at 85% (excluding service fees); no refunds or credits less than 30 days before the event. Credits are valid for 12 months. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.