Operation 14ERS
Silver Plume, United States • 15 Aug 2026
Operation 14ERS 2026
Operation 14ERS is an endurance event held in the mountains of Colorado. Participants navigate a course that includes the summits of both Grays Peak and Torreys Peak. The event starts and ends at the Grays and Torreys Summer Trailhead, located near Silver Plume and Georgetown.
The route covers a total distance of 8.8 miles. This course features a significant vertical gain, with a total elevation increase of 4,101 ft. The terrain and elevation gain are central characteristics of the course, as it focuses on reaching the heights of these specific mountain peaks.
A specific equipment requirement applies to this event. All participants must carry a load of 20 lbs (dry) throughout the duration of the activity. This weight requirement does not include hydration or nutrition.
The event is scheduled for August 15, 2026. The staging area is situated at 3025 Stevens Gulch Road. The activity is organized as a single-distance event focused on mountain traversal and load-bearing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.