The Bear Chase

Bear Creek Lake Park, United States • 4-5 Oct 2025

The Bear Chase Race is an endurance festival held at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado, featuring a variety of race distances including 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. Scheduled for October 4-5, 2025, this event is ideal for both novice and experienced trail runners, offering a mix of challenging terrain and stunning views. The course is primarily dirt and single track, with elevation gains varying by distance. A portion of the proceeds supports local open space and trail preservation efforts. Participants receive finisher medals and have the chance for awards in various categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
4336 m+
100k
50 mi
3470 m+
50 Mile
50 km
2036 m+
50k
13 mi
887 m+
Half Marathon
10 km
311 m+
10k
5 km
127 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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