50k and 22k Trail Run

We are pleased to present one of the most beautiful and challenging trail races in the state of Colorado with breathtaking (literally and figuratively) views of Clear Creek County and the Continental Divide. Participants will reach a top altitude over 13,000 feet with over 6,500 feet of climbing for the 50K course and 3,400 feet of elevation gain for the 22K. 100% of the point-to-point courses are dirt, with the majority of each course being single track trail.

Due to the difficulty and remoteness of this race, prior ultra running experience is REQUIRED for 50K participants and trail running experience at high altitude is highly recommended for 22K participants. These courses are absolutely stunning and equally challenging. 

Start:

Race starts at 7:00am. Mass start. 50K and 22K racers start together.

Course:

Runners should be familiar with the course. Carrying a course map is highly advisable.

Race starts at the Jones Pass Trail Head Lot. Run up Jones Pass. At Mile 4 (Aid 1) head south on the Continental Divide Trail. High Point at 13,200 (Mile 6.5). Continue south to the Herman Lake Split (Mile 9.5). Participants will head to the southeast side of Herman Lake to get bib punched (Mile 10.2) and head back to the split (Mile 10.9) and continue to the Herman Gulch Trail Head Parking lot (Mile 14, Aid 2). Course continues by heading east on the Watrous Gulch Trail to Mile 15.4 where it splits off to the right onto the Bard Creek Trail. This trail, as mentioned above, is undefined for miles at a time. Pay close attention and always be on the lookout for the next course marking and/or cairn. Water only aid station at mile 21. At mile 25.5 Bard Creek Trail become a 4WD road (Aid 4). Continue on the road to the finish line at the Empire Ball Field. (~Mile 30)

Please no dogs or pacers on course.

Trekking poles are allowed.

Course Maps

Post race / Awards Ceremony:

After the race, a light meal will be provided that includes soup and snacks, and plenty of Tommyknocker beer at the Empire Ball Field for participants and volunteers. Stick around and cheer on the other runners as they finish!

Awards ceremony will take place by the fest tent. 22k awards at 11:30, and 50k awards at 3:00pm. We realize that some folks will still be on course, but feel the majority of the runners will be in by this time. Awards will be given to the top male, female, and non-binary finishers as well as age group recognition. We will also be drawing bib #’s for a variety of goods, treats and gift certificates.

Race Fee: $125.68

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