The Pilgrimage

The Pilgrimage is an ultramarathon-style event held in Mack, Colorado, in the high desert of western Colorado, on May 3, 2026. It features five color-coded routes (Green 6.7 mi; Orange 11.3 mi; Red 11.9 mi; White 12.6 mi; Blue 12.8 mi), totaling about 55 miles per journey, with a 150-hour limit to complete all five journeys. Elevation averages around 5,000 ft with roughly 5,908 ft of gain per journey. The course blends single-track, dirt roads, and ATV tracks—no pavement—offering solitude and dramatic views of the Colorado River. It is self-supported, with no pacers, a home-base aid station, GPX navigation required, and a unique multi-journey format including crewed and uncrewed divisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.