Douglas County
Trail Running Calendar near Douglas County 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Douglas County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 26 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 13.32 mile ascent from Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak with about 7,867 ft of elevation gain on September 19, 2026.
Experience a 26.2 mile mountain run from Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak and back. This historic event features over 7800 feet of elevation gain and a 10 hour time limit.
Push your limits on a 0.82 mile loop at 7,240 feet in this community focused 24 hour endurance run in Palmer Lake, Colorado.
October 2026
Experience the scenic HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area with trail races for the whole family. Enjoy rolling hills and open views followed by a pancake breakfast and finisher medals for all participants in Littleton.
Fall trail races in Woodland Park, CO featuring 50k and 10k courses around Rampart Reservoir with big Pikes Peak views and well stocked aid stations.
Castle Rock trail festival with a family adventure run and races from 5K to 50K on Philip S. Miller Park and Ridgeline Open Space.
OUTLAST Denver is a six hour trail challenge where runners complete a 5K every hour, earn patches or a medal for laps, and can place on a national leaderboard.
Indian Creek Trail Runs in Sedalia, Colorado on October 17, 2026 offers multiple trail and ultra distances through montane forests, aspen groves, red rock formations and prairie vistas with city views from several viewpoints.
A weekend event in Elbert CO with bike races for women and girls, a family run around the camp, and on-site camping.
November 2026
A 13.1 miles trail race through the Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness on November 7, 2026, with cash prizes and participant shirt, medal, breakfast, and post race beer.
A six hour timed trail event on an 8 mile loop at Sandstone Ranch in Larkspur, Colorado with aid every four miles and loop based medals.
December 2026
January 2027
A winter 21.6 mile out and back on closed Rampart Range Road from Highway 67 to Devil's Head with 2,600 feet of climbing and required gear.