Bridge Burner Ultra

Cañon City, United States • 25 Oct 2025

The Bridge Burner Ultra is a scenic trail running event held in Canon City, Colorado, featuring distances of 35 miles, 50K, 35K, and 10K. The race follows a single loop starting along the Arkansas River, passing through historic granite tunnels on Tunnel Drive, and ascending to 7,109 feet with stunning views of the Royal Gorge, Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and Pikes Peak. Runners traverse pristine singletrack in Royal Gorge Mountain Park, cross the highest bridge in the United States, and descend through Temple Canyon. With approximately 4,500 feet of elevation gain, this late-season race offers a challenging yet fast course in "The Climate Capital of Colorado." Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

35 mi
4500 m+
35 Mile
50 km
4500 m+
50k
35 km
35k
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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