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Thumbs Up Vertical Challenge

Name: Thumbs Up Vertical Challenge
Start: 2025-12-06
End: 2025-12-06
Location: Estes Park

Estes Park, United States • 6 Dec 2025

The Thumbs Up Vertical Challenge is an exciting running event taking place in Estes Park, CO, featuring an 8-hour ascent on the Thumb Open Space trail. Participants will complete an out-and-back course, collecting poker chips at the turnaround to determine their placing. Unique patches are awarded for reaching specific ascent milestones, including Estes Park, Deer Mountain, and Longs Peak. The event is limited to 30 participants, ensuring an intimate and competitive atmosphere. The Thumb Open Space, a newly designated recreational area, offers stunning views and a challenging course for all runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Estes Park

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1 Km Out and Back With 540 Ft of Ascent

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