Sheep Mountain Ultras
Fairplay, United States • 1 Aug 2026
Event overview
Sheep Mountain Trail Runs is scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Fairplay, Colorado. The event is based at the Town of Fairplay Beach / Events Platform. The series limits overall entries to 300 runners and enforces a 16-hour time limit. The course sits at an average elevation above 10,600 feet.
Distances
- Half Marathon
- 50k
- 50-Mile
Course and terrain
The courses use a mix of flowing dirt county roads, USFS fire roads, forest service roads, and some technical, rocky sections. Aid stations are provided along the routes and are described as well stocked. Drop bags are allowed for 50-Mile runners at Horseshoe, Watrous, Round Hill, and Pasture; 50k runners may use Horseshoe and Pasture. No drop bags for the Half Marathon.
Race operations and policies
Crews are allowed for the 50-Mile at select locations. Pacers are permitted for 50-Mile runners only; one pacer at a time and specific pick-up locations are designated. A mid-race drop down option is available for 50-Mile and 50k runners at specified aid stations; runners who drop down may still receive a finisher award but no refunds are given for the distance change. All finishers receive a unique finisher's award; there are no podium or age-group awards. The event operates under permits from federal, county, and local land managers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.