Pikes Peak Marathon

Manitou Springs, United States • 21 Sep 2025

The Pikes Peak Marathon is the 70th Annual race held in Manitou Springs, Colorado. It covers 26.2 miles with 7,834 feet of elevation gain (and loss), starting in Manitou Springs and climbing to the summit of Pikes Peak before returning to the start. Marketed as America’s Ultimate Challenge, the course combines a strenuous ascent with a back-and-back route that tests endurance under high-altitude conditions. This milestone edition highlights a long-running tradition in mountain racing. Registration is now open for Sunday, September 21, 2025, with details available on the race’s official site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Marathon
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