Indian Creek Trail Runs

Event overview

The Indian Creek Trail Runs is the 13th annual edition of this Human Potential Running Series event, held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Indian Creek Campground in Sedalia, Colorado. The event has a combined runner capacity of 225 and time limits of 14 hours for the longest distances and 12 hours for the shorter distances.

Distances offered

• 50-Mile
• 55k
• 15-Mile
• 5-Mile

Course and logistics

The courses use seldom-used single-track trails in the Front Range lower and upper montane zones, ranging roughly from 5,000 to 8,000 feet elevation. Terrain described includes lodgepole pine and aspen stands, tall grasses, red rock formations, and multiple viewpoints with city and mountain glimpses. Aid stations are listed as well stocked. Course maps, elevation profiles, and an aid station chart are provided by the organizer.

Camping at the event site is supported but space is extremely limited; tents are accepted and camper vans or rooftop tents require prior approval. Parking at the venue is limited; crews and spectators are discouraged and access is restricted to the start/finish area only. Parking may require fees.

Rules and services

The event allows a single pacer for 50-Mile participants on the final loop; pacers are not permitted for 55k or 15-Mile events. Drop bags are allowed only at the start/finish area and must be retrieved after the race. Mid-race drop-down options exist for 55k and 50-Mile entrants at designated points; no refunds or credits are given for distance changes. Finishers receive a unique finisher award; awards are not mailed. The organizer notes highly variable weather and a posted snow date of October 19 in case of major snow. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.