The Cheyenne Mountain Run features three scenic trail races inside Cheyenne Mountain State Park: 25K Mountain Challenge – for advanced trail runners 10K Trail Race – for experienced runners 5K Run/Walk – a friendly, accessible option for all levels, including beginners Each race uses color‑coded bibs Start Details Location: Limekiln Trailhead Start Time: 7:00 AM (staggered start) 25K first, 10K next, 5K last Fastest runners will start first with their race distance and walkers last. All races are chip timed. Poles: Not allowed. 25K Course Overview Start Elevation: 6,000 ft Max Elevation: ~9,450 ft Total Elevation Gain/Loss: ~3,450 ft Course: Talon → North Talon → Dixon Trail → Mountain Loop (clockwise) → return via Dixon → North Talon → Talon. 25 K Map Cutoff Times Dixon Saddle (mile ~5.8): 8:45 AM cutoffLocated 2.5 miles up the Dixon Trail Runners arriving after 8:45 AM will be turned around Top of Dixon Aid Station & Split Timing: closes at 10:00 AM Finish Line Timing: closes at 12:00 PM Aid Stations Talon/Sundance Talon/North Talon Lower Dixon Trail Top of Dixon Trail All runners must carry their own hydration and be prepared for rapid weather changes. 10K Course Overview Out Talon Trail to the second South Talon junction Counterclockwise loop on South Talon Return via Talon → Sundance → finish Aid Stations: Talon/Sundance and Talon/North Talon. 10K Map 5K Course Overview Talon → Sundance (~1.4 miles) → Turkey Trot → Talon → finish Aid Station: Talon/Sundance 5 K Map This race is a fundraiser for The Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park A 501 (c) 3 charitable nonprofit) and is made to celebrate and fundraise for the park we know and love. The safety of our participants and volunteers is our highest priority!
Top 3 Overall Awards for Men & Women-5K, 10K & 25K Gift Certificates $75 for 1st, $50 for 2nd and $25 for 3rd places furnished by MOUNTAIN CHALET Top 3 Overall Awards1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners-5K-10K & 25K Cash Awards $100 for 1st, $75 for 2nd and $50 for 3rd places ANONYMOUS DONOR Age Group Winner for Men & Women-Gift Certificates $15.00 for each 1st place winner! furnished by COLORADO RUNNING COMPANY Since medals were so popular in 2025, all finishers will receive a medal to c
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| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 Miles | $40.00 | Feb 22 | Mar 31 |
| $45.00 | Mar 31 | Jul 15 | |
| $50.00 | Jul 15 | Aug 15 | |
| $55.00 | Aug 15 | Aug 15 | |
| 6.2 Miles | $55.00 | Feb 22 | Mar 31 |
| $65.00 | Mar 31 | Jul 15 | |
| $75.00 | Jul 15 | Aug 15 |
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| $85.00 | Aug 15 | Aug 15 |
| 14 Miles | $85.00 | Feb 22 | Mar 31 |
| $95.00 | Mar 31 | Jul 15 |
| $105.00 | Jul 15 | Aug 15 |
| $115.00 | Aug 15 | Aug 15 |
Day-of registration will be available from 12:00am to 7:00 am the morning of the race August 15th. 5K - $55 10K - $85 25K - $115 Note that race day registration fees are more expensive, so register early and save some bucks.
Early packet pickup is from noon - 2:30 PM on Friday, August 14th, at the Visitor's Center in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. You can also pickup your packet on race morning starting at 5:30 AM.
The 25K course has a limit of 400 registrations, due to the two-way traffic on the narrow and steep sections of the Dixon trail. There is no limit on the 5K or 10K courses.