Barr Trail Mountain Race
Manitou Springs, United States • 19 Jul 2026
Barr Trail Mountain Race : Manitou Springs, Colorado
The Barr Trail Mountain Race is a summer mountain running event held in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The 25th running is scheduled for July 19, 2026.
The course covers 12.6 miles. It begins at the Cog Railway Station (6,570 ft), follows Pikes Peak's Barr Trail uphill to Barr Camp (10,200 ft), then reverses direction to descend and finish at the Barr Trailhead. The race is operated under a special use permit from the Pike National Forest.
The event listing includes the primary BTMR entry, a Competitive / Comp category, and an Aid Station Challenge Sponsor option. General registration opens March 1, 2026. The race is part of the Garden to Peak Challenge, a series that also includes the Garden of the Gods 10-Mile Run and either the Pikes Peak Ascent or the Pikes Peak Marathon; participants who complete the three races within mandatory cut-off times are recognized as Challenge participants and may receive awards and invitations. The race website notes that it is cup-less, so runners must use their own refillable cup or reservoir for on-course hydration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.