Silverton Alpine Marathons

Silverton, United States • 19 Jul 2025

The Silverton Alpine Marathons, taking place in Silverton, Colorado, offers an exhilarating trail running experience through the stunning San Juan Mountains. Participants can choose from three distances: a 50K, a marathon (approximately 26.7 miles), and an 8-mile run. The courses traverse historic mining ghost towns and reach elevations of up to 12,930 feet at California Pass. The event emphasizes a cupless race format to promote environmental sustainability, encouraging runners to carry their own hydration containers. Registration is open until July 13, 2025, and volunteers are welcomed to help make the event a success. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
4100 m+
50k
26 mi
3800 m+
Marathon
8 mi
8 Miler
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