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Chase the Moon

Highlands Ranch, United States • 11-12 Jul 2025

Chase the Moon is a unique overnight ultramarathon held in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, featuring a 12-hour solo and team relay format (3- or 5-person teams) on the scenic Highlands Ranch Backcountry trail system. Runners experience stunning views of the metro area and Front Range under the full moon's glow. The event also offers shorter options, including 6-hour and 3-hour solo runs, plus a 50K race. Starting at sunset and finishing at sunrise, participants run on nighttime singletrack trails with headlamps, enjoying a memorable Rocky Mountain running experience. Proceeds support local open spaces and trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Highlands Ranch

Race information

Website Registration
12 km
12hr 3-per Relay
12 km
12hr 5-per Relay
12 km
12hr Solo
6 km
6hr Solo
50 km
50k
3 km
3hr Solo
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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