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Desert Rats Trail Running Festival

Fruita, United States • 11-13 Apr 2025

The Desert RATS Trail Running Festival by UTMB offers an exciting weekend of trail running in the stunning landscapes of Fruita, Colorado. With four unique race distances over three days, the festival caters to both novice and experienced runners. Participants can enjoy breathtaking views of the Colorado River and the surrounding desert terrain. The event also serves as a dual qualifier for the UTMB World Series Finals and the Western States Endurance Run. In addition to the races, the festival features a basecamp party and activities for families, making it a comprehensive celebration of trail running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Fruita

Race information

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UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
100 km
2072 m+
100k
50 km
1066 m+
50k
21 km
701 m+
21k
10 km
213 m+
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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