Samson's Revenge

Estes Park, United States • 23 May 2026

Samson's Revenge - May 23, 2026

Samson's Revenge is a trail running event held at the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park, CO. The start and finish are located in front of the Administration building at 2515 Tunnel Road. Registration closes on Fri, May 22. All registrations include a $29 day pass to the YMCA grounds. Parking is available in paved lots. Organizers will email participants the week of the race with additional information.

Course, distances and services

The event offers the following distances:

  • 55k
  • 27k
  • 10k

The course uses a roughly 10-kilometer loop with about 1,200 ft of gain per loop. Most of the climbing is on the Bible Point ascent. For the longer distances, loops 2 through 6 are slightly shorter and run on flowing single-track trail, packed dirt and a short section of gravel. The route includes a summit positioned near the middle of the loop.

There are two aid stations: the start/finish area and the top of Bible Point. Both stations will provide water, electrolyte drink, and a selection of snacks and food. All runners receive a custom Fractel hat and wool finisher socks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

55 km
55k
27 km
27k
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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