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HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon

Highlands Ranch, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon is an annual 13.1-mile trail race held in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, featuring a scenic single-loop course through the Douglas County East/West trail and the Backcountry Wilderness Area. The race offers a challenging route on dirt, gravel, and singletrack paths with mountain views and potential wildlife sightings. Participants receive a long-sleeve technical shirt, custom bib, finisher medal, a free pancake breakfast, and post-race beers.

The event includes four aid stations and encourages runners to bring their own hydration. Prize money is awarded to the top three male and female finishers. The race embraces all weather conditions except unsafe trail situations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Highlands Ranch

Race information

Registration
13 mi
Half Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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