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Gold Roots Trail Series

Idaho Springs, United States • 10-9 Jun-Sep 2026

Gold Roots Trail Series

The Gold Roots Trail Series is a four race series held at the Argo trails in Idaho Springs, Colorado. Races are scheduled on June 10, July 8, August 12, and September 9, 2026. The event location is listed as 2350 Colorado Blvd, Idaho Springs, CO 80452.

Each race follows a course of about 5 miles with 785 feet of elevation gain. The Argo trails are described as non technical with a runnable grade. The course remains open to bikes and traffic, and runners should expect shared use while on course.

Official finishing times are recorded by visual observation of the clock as runners cross the finish line. The series uses a grass roots, backyard style format and includes wristband pickup at the park across from the Argo prior to each race. Registration for the listed races carries no fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Idaho Springs

Race information

Registration
5 mi
Gold Roots - Race 3
5 mi
Gold Roots - Race 2
5 mi
Gold Roots - Race 1
5 mi
Gold Roots - Race 4
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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