The Bear Chase

Bear Creek Lake Park, United States • 27-28 Sep 2025

The Bear Chase Race Endurance Festival, held at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, CO, features a variety of race distances including 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K. This event is ideal for both novice and experienced trail runners, offering a mix of challenging terrain and stunning views. The course is primarily composed of dirt and single-track trails, making it relatively fast for trail standards. A portion of the proceeds supports local open space and trail preservation efforts. Participants receive finisher medals, and awards are given to top finishers in various categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
4250 m+
100k
50 mi
3400 m+
50 Mile
50 km
1930 m+
50k
13 mi
900 m+
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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