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Pony Express Trail Run

Name: Pony Express Trail Run
Start: 2025-09-14
End: 2025-09-14
Location: Woodland Park

Woodland Park, United States • 14 Sep 2025

The Pony Express Trail Run is a scenic trail race held at Rampart Reservoir, offering two distances: 8.5 miles and 16 miles. Participants enjoy running along well-marked single-track trails, crossing creeks, and observing wildlife amid Colorado's autumn landscape. The race emphasizes community and participation, with a limited entry cap of 100 runners to preserve trail integrity.

The course features rolling terrain with an elevation between 9,000 and 9,400 feet and includes aid stations for hydration. All finishers receive a commemorative award, and the event promotes environmental stewardship and trail safety. It is organized by Pikes Peak Road Runners, Colorado’s largest volunteer-driven running club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Woodland Park

Race information

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16 mi

1500 m+

16m

8 mi

1500 m+

8.5m

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

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