Run The Ranch

Loveland, United States • 10-11 Apr 2026

Run the Ranch - Loveland, CO

Run the Ranch takes place April 10-11, 2026 at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch, 2939 N CR 31D, Loveland, CO 80538. The event is a trail race on private ranch land with varied terrain. It includes both in-person timed races and virtual options.

Distances and events:

  • 10K
  • 5K
  • 4-hour trail run
  • 6-hour trail run
  • 12-hour trail run (solo)
  • 12-hour relay - 4 person
  • Virtual 5K/10K
  • Virtual 4HR/6HR/12HR

Race format, amenities and rules

There is a ranch access fee of $5 per person per day. Every registered runner receives a meal ticket; extra meal tickets are available for guests or additional meals. 12-hour solo participants receive an extra meal ticket. One aid station is located at the start/finish area and will offer water, VFuel, and finish-line food. Additional items for Saturday participants include ramen, cookies, candy, soda, and more.

Race rules include no pacers, no course access without a bib, and no headphones or ear buds on course. Relay team members must complete one full lap each. A hot lap opens one hour before the course closes to allow partial-lap completion. Tie-breakers for timed races use the fastest last full lap. Awards are given by category for each event, including top finishers and team awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 km
12 Hour Relay Race - 4 Person
12 km
12 Hour Trail Run - Solo
6 km
6 Hour Trail Run
4 km
4 Hour Trail Run
10 km
10k
5 km
Virtual 5k/10k
Virtual 4hr/6hr12hr
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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