Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO

Date
November 8, 2026
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Venue
2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Road
Start Time
11:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00 – $45.00
Events
4 Mile Course, 2.5 Mile Course
Includes
Sun Hoodie
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Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike takes place at 2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Road in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The event features a 4-mile trail running distance and is scheduled for November 8, 2026, with an 11:00 AM start time. Entry fees range from $25 to $45. This autumn trail race offers a moderate distance suitable for runners looking to compete in the Cheyenne Canyon area. If you're traveling to Colorado Springs for this event, you'll want accommodation close to the venue for an easy morning commute before the race.

From the Race Organizer
4 Mile Course Event Details (for 2.5 Mile Course Info. scroll down) Race Day: Sunday, November 8th Start time 11:00am; Bib pick-up starts at 10:15am Same course as last year (original 4-mile course that runs the length of the Columbine Trail). This course will be chip timed by Pikes Peak Road Runners. Participants will start at Starsmore and run up Columbine Trail to the Powell parking lot. Adventures Out West will shuttle participants back to Starsmore. Well behaved and leashed pets are allowed! However, pets are not allowed in the Adventures Out West Jeeps so you will have to hike or run back down after you have finished, or arrange your own transportation. ALL PROCEEDS benefit the Friends of Cheyenne Cañon. Our mission is to preserve the natural resources of North Cheyenne Cañon Park. We raise funds and sponsor park improvements, enrichment programs, community events, and opportunities for citizen and visitor involvement. Race Location Start at Starsmore Visitor & Nature Center 2120 S Cheyenne Cañon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Registration & Entry Fees Race Day Registration: 10:15am. Online registration is preferred. Early Bird Individual: $40 Early Bird Family (3-6 people): $75 Starting Oct. 1: Individual: $45 Family (3-6 people): $80 This race is a cupless race! Please bring your own water bottle(s). There will be a water station at the spur to Gold Camp Road on Upper Columbine Trail (about 2.5 miles into the race). There will also be water at the finish line. Parking Parking is available in any of the parking lots near Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center. Overflow parking is available in the dirt parking lot on Mesa Ave just west of Evans Ave. Restrooms Restrooms will be available inside the Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center. Portable toilets will be available at the finish line in the Powell parking lot. Awards The top 3 overall male and female participants will receive a custom award. In addition the top male and female in each age group (10 year increments) will receive a custom reward. Fun awards will be handed out as well! All participants will receive a coupon for a free pint of beer at Bristol Brewing Company as well as a 2x4 painting. Giveaway Sun hoodies are only available to the first 100 participants to register. Please sign up soon to get one as if you sign up after October 10, you may not get the size you need! 2.5 Mile Course Event Details Race Day: Sunday, November 8th Start time 11:00am New route this year! This is an out and back course beginning and ending at Starsmore. Participants will start at Starsmore and run up Columbine Trail to the Mid Columbine parking lot. They will turn around here and head back down the trail to Starsmore. This course will NOT be chip timed. Well behaved and leashed pets are allowed! ALL PROCEEDS benefit the Friends of Cheyenne Cañon. Our mission is to preserve the natural resources of North Cheyenne Cañon Park. We raise funds and sponsor park improvements, enrichment programs, community events, and opportunities for citizen and visitor involvement. Race Location Start at Starsmore Visitor & Nature Center 2120 S Cheyenne Cañon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Registration & Entry Fees Race Day Registration: 10:15am. Online registration is preferred. Early Bird Individual: $25 Early Bird Family (3-6 people): $55 Starting Oct. 1: Individual: $30 Family (3-6 people): $60 Parking Parking is available in any of the parking lots near Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center. Overflow parking is available in the dirt parking lot on Mesa Ave just west of Evans Ave. Restrooms Restrooms will be available inside the Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center. Awards Awards will be given to younger age groups. Fun awards will be handed out as well! All participants will receive a coupon for a free pint of beer at Bristol Brewing Company as well as a 2x4 painting. Giveaway Sun hoodies are only available to the first 100 participants to register. Please sign up soon to get one as if you sign up after October 10, you may not get the size you need! Thank You to Our Sponsors! Pikes Peak Road Runners Adventures Out West Bristol Brewing Company

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO?

Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO takes place on November 8, 2026. The race is held in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Where is Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO held?

Canya Cañon Trail Race & Hike 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO is held at 2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Road in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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