Snow Mountain Ranch

Granby, United States • 12 Sep 2026

Snow Mountain Ranch Trail Race

The Snow Mountain Ranch Trail Running Festival is the 12th annual event. It takes place at the YMCA of the Rockies in Granby, Colorado. The event features five race distances: a 50KM, a 33KM, a Half Marathon, a 10KM, and a 5KM.

Participants can also enter multi-race "challenges" like the Moosehead Challenge or Baby Moose Challenge. All courses are 100% dirt trails, with some including grass and sections described as "lollipop" or out-and-back loops. The courses pass through areas with changing autumn colors, rolling hills, and views. The event offers on-site parking, bib pickup on race day, and volunteer opportunities.

Event Distances

  • 50KM: Total elevation gain of 4,236 feet. Pacers are allowed on the final loop only.
  • 33KM: Total elevation gain of 2,443 feet.
  • Half Marathon: Total elevation gain of 1,707 feet.
  • 10KM: Total elevation gain of 653 feet.
  • 5KM: Total elevation gain of 405 feet.

Registration and Logistics

Registration closes on the Monday before the event. Pricing increases in phases, with race-day registration available. A race shirt is guaranteed if ordered by a specified August date. The event schedule lists staggered start times for the different distances in the morning. Aid stations are available on all courses, and the 50KM offers a drop bag area. Crews are welcome at the finish line. The YMCA of the Rockies offers on-site lodging and camping options for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
33 km
Half Marathon
Half-Marathon
10 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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