Staunton Rocks

Event Details

The Staunton Rocks! Marathon and Half Marathon takes place on trails at Staunton State Park in Colorado's Front Range Mountains, southwest of Denver. The course passes historic buildings and old milling operations.

Distances and Terrain

Runners can choose from two distances:

• Marathon: 26.3 miles with 4,500 ft of elevation gain.
• Half Marathon: 13.1 miles with 2,200 ft of elevation gain.

The terrain is 90% singletrack and 10% dirt road. The course features flowing trails with gradual climbs and descents, as well as some technical sections. Elevation ranges from a minimum of 8,200 ft to a maximum of 9,500 ft, with an average of 9,000 ft.

Registration and Logistics

Registration is capped at 150 participants for the marathon and 150 for the half marathon. Time allowances are 10 hours for the marathon and 9 hours for the half marathon.

Parking at the park is reserved for carpools of two or more registered runners; a single-runner park pass is included in the entry fee. Solo runners must park at a designated lot five miles away and use a provided shuttle service. Crews and spectators require a state parks pass or can purchase a $10 day pass.

Amenities and Rules

The event includes fully stocked aid stations, a gender-specific race t-shirt, a finisher award, free race photos, and a finish line meal with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Medical coverage is provided.

Race rules prohibit littering, bushwhacking, pacers, and mechanical aids like poles. Crewing is only allowed at designated aid stations. Dogs are not permitted on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.