Stories Trail Runs

Stories Trail Runs : event overview

Stories Trail Runs is presented by the Human Potential Running Series and takes place on February 21-22, 2026 at Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Swift Puma Camping Area, Colorado Springs, CO (410 JL Ranch Heights Rd). The event has a combined runner capacity of 225 and includes timed and fixed-distance options. Two-day passes are offered; the same runner must use both days, entries are non-transferable, and no refunds or partial credits are issued if a runner does not attend the second day.

• Events / distances
  • Stories 6-Hour (timed)
  • Stories 15-Hour (timed)
  • 10k (6.64 miles)
  • Half Marathon (13.01 miles)
  • 20-Mile (20.4 miles)
  • Paperback 2-Day Pass (6-Hour + 10k or Half)
  • Hardcover 2-Day Pass (15-Hour + Half or 20-Mile)

Courses, logistics and race rules

All races use multi-loop courses with the main staging area and aid station at the start/finish of each loop. Loop names and metrics are published: Red, Green, Blue, Purple and Gold loops have specific mileages and elevation gains; combined loop sequences produce the distances and total gain listed for each event. The 15-hour event uses a four-loop sequence totaling 19.59 miles with 2,769 feet of gain; the Gold loop is used during the final hour of timed races. The 6-hour event alternates Red and Green loops; four full sequences equal 26.12 miles with 3,388 feet of gain.

Additional notes: drop bags are allowed at the start/finish area and must be removed after the event; crews are not allowed; pacers are permitted only for runners aged 60 or older; volunteers earn HPRS credits; the event is permitted by Cheyenne Mountain State Park and Colorado Parks & Wildlife and may be altered or canceled for conditions, with no refunds for cancellations or major edits. Camping options and course maps are provided at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.