Bobcat Trail Race
East Colorado Springs, United States • 18 Oct 2025
Event overview
The Bobcat Trail Races take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Palmer Park, Colorado Springs, CO. The event is organized by Aravaipa Running and was transferred from the previous promoter in 2024. The races use Palmer Park’s trail network, with rocky bluffs and viewpoints that offer city and mountain views, including Pikes Peak. Distances offered include:
- 50K
- 25K
- 10K
- 5K
Courses and logistics
Each distance runs on marked single-track and mixed trail terrain. Course markings include orange ribbon with black polka dots and laminated signs at junctions; non-race trails are marked with blue and white checkerboard ribbon. Runners are asked to download an offline GPX course map and to carry a reusable cup for aid stations - a reusable cup is listed as mandatory gear. Drop bags are allowed at the finish area. Crews and spectators are permitted at the start/finish area, though parking may be limited. Pacers are not allowed for any distance.
Key course figures by distance (as listed for the event): the 50K is listed at about 31.0 miles with roughly 3,591 ft total elevation gain and a max elevation near 6,593 ft; the 25K is about 15.36 miles with about 1,796 ft gain; the 10K is about 6.5 miles with about 710 ft gain; the 5K is about 3.68 miles with about 400 ft gain. The 5K has no aid stations. Bib pickup locations include Fleet Feet Colorado and the Palmer Park trailhead. Live split tracking is provided for race weekend. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.