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Castle Rock Trail Festival

Name: Castle Rock Trail Festival
Start: 2025-10-04
End: 2025-10-04
Location: Castle Rock

Castle Rock, United States • 4 Oct 2025

The Castle Rock Trail Festival is an exciting athletic event that caters to a wide range of participants, from ultra-distance runners to families with children aged 5 to 12. Set against the stunning backdrop of Philip S. Miller Park and Ridgeline Open Space, the festival features various race options, including a 50K ultramarathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, as well as a family-friendly obstacle course known as the liveBIG Family Adventure Run. Participants receive event T-shirts and finisher medals, and the festival promotes community engagement and outdoor activity, with proceeds supporting the Town’s Therapeutic Recreation Program. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Castle Rock

Race information

Website

50 km

50k

13 mi

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

Livebig Family Adventure Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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24 mi

50 mi

100 mi

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