Mountain Ridge Trail Race

Highlands Ranch, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event details

The Mountain Ridge Trail Race is set for Saturday, April 11, 2026 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Distances offered:

  • 21 Mile
  • Half Marathon (13 miles)
  • 10K
  • 5K

Registration closes Monday, April 6 at 11:59 PM MT. Race entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. Live split tracking will be available during the event.

Course and logistics

All races start and finish at Mountain Ridge Middle School (10590 Mountain Vista Ridge, Highlands Ranch, CO). Courses use mostly dirt and single-track trails with some bike path sections. Key course facts by distance:

  • 21 Mile: 21.8 miles, 2,106 ft total elevation gain, max elevation 6,412 ft, 4 aid stations, cupless race, "Y" out-and-back course.
  • Half Marathon: 13 miles, 1,345 ft gain, max elevation 6,412 ft, 3 aid stations, cupless race, "Y" out-and-back course.
  • 10K: 6.2 miles, 600 ft gain, max elevation 6,369 ft, 2 aid stations, cupless race, out-and-back course.
  • 5K: 3.1 miles, 374 ft gain, max elevation 6,369 ft, out-and-back course.

Trail shoes are recommended. Crews may support runners at the finish; pacers are not permitted. A designated area will be available for personal drop bags. Bib pickup is available at Denver Runners Roost on April 10 and at the race venue on race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

22 mi
21 Mile
13 mi
Half Marathon
6 mi
3 mi
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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