Run The Rockies Trail Race

Run the Rockies Trail Race

The Run the Rockies Trail races take place on Frisco Peninsula trails with views of Dillon Reservoir and the Ten Mile Range. Races start and finish at the Frisco Nordic Center and use single track and dirt road trails. The half marathon course includes new single track connections and all races finish along the lakeshore of Dillon Reservoir.

Distances

• 5k
• 10k
• Half marathon

The course is well marked with pink flagging and directional arrows. Course marshals will staff key junctions and aid stations. The 10k has two aid stations at miles 1.4 and 3.9. The half marathon has three aid stations at miles 3.1, 8.3, and 10.9. The 5k has no aid stations. Aid stations provide water, Skratch hydration mix, fruit, prefilled single use cups with M&M’s, pretzels, and gummy bears, and hand sanitizer. Participants are encouraged to carry personal hydration.

Registration for the 2026 event is open and pre-registration is encouraged; registration closes at 12:00pm on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Day-of registration at packet pick-up may be available if the event does not sell out. Packet pick-up occurs the day before and the morning of the races.

Races use Town of Frisco and US Forest Service trails; strollers and pets are not allowed. Runners compete at their own risk on mountainous terrain and may encounter weather or wildlife. The race director may cancel or postpone the event; refunds are not available.

Overall awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each race. First place prizes are awarded in age categories from 19 and under through 80 plus. A post race gathering on the Slopeside Hall plaza offers food and beer for participants 21 and older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.