Sage Burner Trail Run

Sage Burner Trail Race : Gunnison, Colorado

The Sage Burner Trail Race is scheduled for October 3, 2026, at Hartman Rocks Recreation Area in Gunnison, Colorado. The event lists three distances:

• 50K
• 28K
• 15K

The courses run through Hartman Rocks and include sections of technical slickrock, smooth singletrack, and doubletrack. The terrain features rolling hills and punchy climbs in a high desert climate. The location provides broad views of the Maroon Bells, the San Juan Mountains, and the Gunnison Basin, and is near Black Canyon National Park. The site description notes driving times of about two hours east of Grand Junction and three hours west of Denver.

A race guide is provided with details such as fuel station mileage and cutoffs, food and hydration, race rules, distance changes, refund policy, and recommended gear. Registration availability and pricing were listed, and registration closes on the date of the event at 11:59 PM Mountain Time.

The event partners with two programs that support trail running: the Youth Trail Running Initiative for 14 to 19 year old athletes and Trail Sisters to increase womxn participation. A 15 percent registration discount is offered. A portion of proceeds will be donated to Gunnison Trails.

All participants receive a BOCO Gear running hat, a commemorative finisher medal, and a Hydrapak collapsible reusable speed cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.