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Black Squirrel Half

Bellvue, United States • 6 Sep 2025

Black Squirrel Half Marathon is a 13.5-mile trail race held in Lory State Park, Bellvue, Colorado, just northwest of Fort Collins. The course starts and finishes at the Soldier Canyon Picnic Area and traverses roughly 12 miles of dirt singletrack with one mile of dirt road. Runners ascend about 1,500 feet to a ridge near 7,000 feet, then descend to roll finish, for a total elevation change near 2,000 feet. The route offers sweeping views east toward Horsetooth Reservoir and the Great Plains, and west toward the Rocky Mountains. Amenities include fully stocked aid stations, post-race pancake breakfast, awards, and a 400-entry field cap. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Bellvue

Race information

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14 mi
2000 m+
Half Marathon 13.5 Miles
Kids Race 1 Mile
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