McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge 2026 — Pagosa Springs, CO

Date
September 26, 2026
Location
Pagosa Springs, CO
Venue
Reservoir Hill
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
MS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge, MS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge, HS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge, HS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge
Includes
T-Shirt Giveaway
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The McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge starts at 9:00 AM, giving you time to arrive the morning of the race if you're driving in the day before. Held at Reservoir Hill in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, this free event offers 3K and 5K distances on September 26, 2026. With no entry fee, it's an accessible option for runners passing through the area or based locally. The high-altitude location in Pagosa Springs means you may want to arrive early to acclimate if you're coming from sea level. Check in well before the start to account for parking and registration logistics at the venue.

From the Race Organizer
Pagosa Springs High School would like to invite you to participate in our MS and HS XC meet on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. This year, we will be hosting the meet at our traditional location on Reservoir Hill in downtown Pagosa Springs. The course is on a mix of hilly forest roads and single track trails. The high school course is 5 kilometers and the middle school course is 3 kilometers. All races will allow for unlimited runners. The meet schedule is as follows: MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS: 9:00 am MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS: 9:30 am HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS: 10:00 am HIGH SCHOOL BOYS: 10:45 am AWARDS: Ribbons will be handed out to the top 10 runners in each race. Team awards will be given to the first and second place high school teams. (top 5 scoring and top 7 displacing for scoring purposes.) ENTRY FEE: $150 per school or $15/athlete for smaller schools. Please make payment to Pagosa Springs High School: Attention Cross Country. TIMING: Professional timing will be provided through Rocky Mountain Timing. DIRECTIONS & PARKING: From Main Street, turn onto Hot Springs Blvd in downtown Pagosa Springs. Drive approximately a quarter mile (past the hot springs) and turn left on the steep dirt road next to the post office. Buses: drive up the dirt road, past the gate, and to the top of Reservoir Hill. Spectators: Park just above the gate in the first open field. There will be volunteers to assist in the parking process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge 2026 — Pagosa Springs, CO?

McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge 2026 — Pagosa Springs, CO takes place on September 26, 2026. The race is held in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

Where is McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge 2026 — Pagosa Springs, CO held?

McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge 2026 — Pagosa Springs, CO is held at Reservoir Hill in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

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