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Castle Rock Trail Festival

Castle Rock Trail Festival offers a challenging trail run through Colorado's local trail system.

Race Date

Oct 3, 2026

Location

Castle Rock, CO

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Location
Castle Rock, Colorado
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 50K, 10K, 5K trail run
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

The Experience

The Castle Rock Trail Festival invites runners to test their mettle on an extensive local trail network. This event provides a variety of distances, including a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and a 50K, ensuring options for different levels of challenge.

Runners can expect a demanding course that winds through the natural terrain surrounding Castle Rock. The event is designed to showcase the local trail system, offering a true trail running experience. While specific elevation figures are not provided, the 'altitude factor' suggests a high-elevation environment common in Colorado.

The festival aims to be inclusive, with a family-friendly adventure run available for those not participating in the main races. It's an opportunity to engage with the outdoors and experience the rugged beauty of the region.

Race-provided description

Challenge yourself on the Town's vast local trail system with this epic trail run/walk. Course options include the liveBIG 5K, Ridgeline 10K, Ridgeline Trail Half Marathon and the Ridgeline 50K. Not a runner? Participate in the liveBIG Family Adventure Run.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Castle Rock, CO

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

50K10K5K trail run

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details6/15

3 timing sources · 4 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 73°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

44°

Afternoon (High)

73°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

50%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Castle Rock Trail Festival?

The Castle Rock Trail Festival is held on Saturday, October 3, 2026.

Where does the Castle Rock Trail Festival take place?

It takes place in Castle Rock, Colorado.

What distances does the Castle Rock Trail Festival offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 50K, 10K, 5K trail run.

Is the Castle Rock Trail Festival course flat and good for a PR?

The Castle Rock Trail Festival is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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