Articles

Belgian Ultrarunner Karel Sabbe's Record-Breaking Pacific Crest Trail Run Showcased in New YouTube Documentary

Explore Karel Sabbe's record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail run in a riveting documentary. Jour..

Trail Running: How it Can Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Trail running is an effective way to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve physical and mental he..

Trail Running vs. Road Running: Which One Is Right For You?

When it comes to running, there are two primary options to choose from: trail running and road..

Methodist Mountain Ultra

Name: Methodist Mountain Ultra
Start: 2026-10-20
End: 2026-10-20
Location: Salida

Salida, United States • 20 Oct 2026

Methodist Mountain Ultra

The Methodist Mountain Ultra (MMU) is a trail race set on the Methodist Mountain trail system near Salida, Colorado. It takes place at the northern end of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. The event features two distances: a 30k and a 50k.

Both courses are primarily on single-track trails. The 50k has an elevation gain of approximately 5,500 feet, while the 30k has a gain of about 3,000 feet.

The race start and finish location is South Ark (formerly Vandaveer Ranch Park) in Salida. There are multiple aid stations along the course, with specific cutoff times for each distance. Crew access for runners is only permitted at the Spartan aid station due to the remote nature of other stations. Pacers are allowed for the 50k distance only, from the Spartan aid station to the finish.

All finishers receive a finisher award and a short-sleeve t-shirt. Cash prizes are awarded for the top three male and female finishers in the 50k distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Salida

Race information

Website

50 km

50k

30 km

30k

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

Trail runs nearby

Saturday May 2

Collegiate Peaks Trail Run

Buena Vista

25 mi

50 mi

Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista, Colorado offers 25-mile and 50-mile loop options on single-track and jeep trails. Each loop starts near 8,000 feet and includes over 3,500 feet of elevation gain and loss.

Sunday May 24

Spirit Trail Run

Spirit Trail Race in Buena Vista on May 24, 2026 offers marathon, half marathon and a 9k with start and finish at South Main Town Square near the Surf Hotel; proceeds support local outdoor and community groups.

Fri - Sat Jul 17-18

High Lonesome 100

Mount Princeton

100 mi

A 100 mile loop in Colorado’s Sawatch Range, the High Lonesome 100 covers about 23,300 feet of elevation gain and includes long sections on the Continental Divide and Colorado Trail with a 37 hour cutoff.

Sun - Tue Jul 19-21

Transrockies Run

Buena Vista

35 mi

51 mi

A three day, fully supported trail running stage race in Leadville, Colorado that crosses the Continental Divide between Hope Pass and Red Cliff. Offers a 51 mile Full Pint and a 35 mile Half Pint with a field limited to 500 runners.