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HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon

Name: HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon
Start: 2026-11-07
End: 2026-11-07
Location: Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch, United States • 7 Nov 2026

HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon

The 18th annual edition of this event takes place in Highlands Ranch on November 7, 2026. The race covers a distance of 13.1 miles, navigating through the Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area and the Douglas County East/West Trail. The course consists primarily of singletrack trails and includes various hilly sections.

Participants compete for cash prizes awarded to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers. First place receives $600, second place receives $400, and third place receives $200. The event is open to runners of different experience levels, from those attempting their first trail race to athletes seeking a specific finish time.

The following event is available:

Half Marathon: 13.1 miles on a singletrack trail course with hills.

Registered runners receive a long sleeve technical race shirt, a custom race bib, and a finisher medal. Following the completion of the course, participants are provided with a pancake breakfast and beverages provided by local partners. The event is located at 11033 Monarch Blvd in Lone Tree, Colorado. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Highlands Ranch

Race information

Registration

13 mi

Half Marathon

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

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