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Chicken Creek Challenge

Name: Chicken Creek Challenge
Start: 2025-10-11
End: 2025-10-11
Location: Mancos

Mancos, United States • 11 Oct 2025

The Chicken Creek Challenge is a cross-country running event held in Mancos, Colorado, featuring races for middle and high school athletes. Middle school participants compete in 3.5-kilometer races, while high school runners tackle 5-kilometer courses. The event includes multiple categories such as B and A teams for middle school and JV and varsity for high school, with team scoring formats for certain divisions.

The race takes place near the San Juan National Forest, with parking at a nearby ski area. It offers a competitive yet community-focused atmosphere, with clear directions provided for participants and coaches. The event supports both large and small teams with affordable entry fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Mancos

Race information

Registration

5 km

High School Races

Middle School Races

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

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