Sage Burner Trail Run
Gunnison, United States • 3 Oct 2026
Sage Burner Trail Race takes place in Gunnison, Colorado, on October 3, 2026. The event is held in the Hartman Rocks Recreation Area near Black Canyon National Park and features broad views of the Maroon Bells, the San Juan Mountains, and the Gunnison Basin. The course combines sections of technical slickrock, smooth singletrack, and doubletrack. The route includes rolling hills and punchy climbs and is set in a high desert climate.
The organizer describes the course as deceptively tough. Distances offered: - **50K** - **28K** - **15K** The 15K distance is partnered with the Youth Trail Running Initiative, a program aimed at increasing participation of 14 to 19 year old athletes in trail running events. Participant items include a running hat by BOCO Gear, a commemorative finisher's medal, and a Hydrapak collapsible reusable speed cup. The event participates in the Hydrapak Sustainable Racing Program to help reduce race day waste. Registration opens January 1, 2026.
The event is located about two hours east of Grand Junction and about three hours west of Denver. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.