The Boggy Draw Bear Chase is a running event held in Dolores, Colorado, offering 3K and 5K distances. The race takes place at Boggy Draw on September 25, 2026, with a typical start time of 9:00 AM. Whether you're targeting the shorter 3K course or pushing the 5K distance, this event provides an opportunity to race in southwestern Colorado's high desert region. Dolores is located in Montezuma County, roughly two hours from both Moab, Utah, and the San Juan Mountains, making it accessible for athletes traveling from surrounding areas. Book accommodation in town to minimize travel time before race morning.
From the Race Organizer
Boggy Draw Bear Chase Site: Boggy Draw, Dolores, CO Directions: Boggy Draw Google Maps From HWY 145, turn onto 11th St. (at Basecamp gas station), continue up Dunlap Hill (overlooking Dolores Schools), turn right on Rd W. Bus Parking at Trailhead or along Rd W. Registration / Start is about 750 M up the Boggy Draw Road from the Boggy Draw Trailhead. Meet Directors: Angie Lowe 970 769-6463 alowe@dolores.k12.co.us Lucas Werner lwerner@dolores.k12.co.us Dolores High School Athletic Director: Curtis Garver Car Parking: Parents and spectators should plan to arrive by 8:30am. The best place to park is in the Boggy Draw Trailhead parking lot as soon as you enter Boggy Draw, or on County Road W just before you get to the Boggy Draw Trailhead. There is dispersed camping parking in Boggy Draw and parking along the road beyond our start line. We will be limiting cars on the road once the meet begins as the start and part of the finish are on Boggy Draw Road (CR W). Bus Drop Off and Parking: Teams should plan to arrive before 7:30am for course walks. Buses may drop teams off at the starting line. Buses may park along Boggy Draw Road beyond the start line. There is a turn around for buses 1 mile beyond the start line. Meet Schedule - Saturday, August 20th: 7:30am - 8:45am - Course Walks 9:00am - MS Girls - 3k 9:30am - MS Boys - 3k 10:00am - HS Girls - 5k 10:30am - HS Boys - 5k 11:00am- Awards Timing/Entries: Timing will be done by Rocky Mountain Timing. Unlimited entries for each race. Entries should be done on Milesplit by 4:00pm on Thursday, 8/18. Milesplit Colorado/Boggy Draw Bear Chase Scoring: Team scoring top 4 finishers with no displacers. Awards: Medals to top 3 individuals in each race Ribbons to 4th - 10th place individuals Team Plaque to 1st & 2nd place in each race Fees: $100 for High School, and $75 for Middle School or $10 per individual or reciprocate meet fees. Checks payable to: Dolores School District RE-4A. Mail or bring to meet: Dolores Secondary Schools P O Box 727 Dolores, CO 81323 Athletic Trainer: Our athletic trainer, Kevin Lichner, will be onsite and stationed by the finish line. Please make sure your athletes are hydrating on the bus to Boggy Draw and throughout the day. Please bring a water jug for your athletes to refill. We will have water near the finish as well. Team Tent Area: The team tent area is next to the finish line. We recommend bringing a tarp to put down. The ground is mostly dirt. Concessions: Our Booster Club will be near the finish doing concessions. Course Maps: The course is all dirt surface with a few hills. We named each hill and have signs on the course designating each hill. We did this for a point of reference when doing your course walk. The middle school course is marked in white signs, flags, and arrows. The high school course is all in orange.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Dolores, CO.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Boggy Draw Bear Chase 2026 — Dolores, CO takes place on September 25, 2026. The race is held in Dolores, Colorado.
Where is Boggy Draw Bear Chase 2026 — Dolores, CO held?
Boggy Draw Bear Chase 2026 — Dolores, CO is held at Boggy Draw in Dolores, Colorado.
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