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 12:0
Hotels Near This Race
Find accommodation close to the start line in Colorado Springs, CO. Sorted by distance from the race venue. Book early — race weekend hotels fill fast.
RaceHotelFinder earns a small commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Results are sorted by distance from the race venue.
The Cheyenne Mountain Run 2026 — Colorado Springs, CO
Race weekend dates pre-loaded on Booking.com. RaceHotelFinder may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Colorado Springs, 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
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
