Stories Trail Runs

Colorado Springs, United States • 21-22 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Stories Trail Runs is organized by the Human Potential Running Series and takes place in Colorado Springs, CO at Cheyenne Mountain State Park on February 21-22, 2026. The combined runner capacity is 225. The event includes multiple options: timed ultras, traditional distance races, and two-day passes that combine a Saturday timed event with a Sunday distance race. Main race staging and aid station are located at the Swift Puma Campground within the state park.

Course format and logistics

The event uses multi-loop courses with each loop starting and finishing at the main aid station. Timed events ask runners to cover as many miles as they choose within the event duration. Key course facts:

  • Stories 6-Hour: Red + Green sequence = 6.53 miles, 847' gain
  • Stories 15-Hour: Red, Green, Blue, Purple sequence = 19.59 miles, 2,769' gain
  • 10k: Red then Green = 6.64 miles, 883' gain
  • Half Marathon: Blue then Purple = 13.01 miles, 1,901' gain
  • 20-Mile: Red, Green, Blue, Purple = 20.4 miles, 2,770' gain

Additional notes: a short Gold loop is used during the final hour of timed races. Drop bags are allowed at the start/finish area. Crews are not allowed; pacers are permitted only for runners aged 60 and older. Camping is included in the registration for the 15-hour race; 6-hour runners needing camping must reserve space separately. All finishers receive a finisher award; last-place awards are given for the 10k, Half Marathon, and 20-Mile. Runners must complete their final loop before the event cut-off for that race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

15 km
Stories 15-Hour
6 km
Stories 6-Hour
20 mi
20-Mile
21 km
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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