Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026
Alma Dirt Festival offers a high-altitude trail running adventure amidst Colorado's stunning peaks.
Race Date
Jun 25, 2026
Location
Alma, CO
Quick facts
- Date
- Thursday, June 25, 2026
- Location
- Alma, Colorado
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + FREE Kids Mountain Bike and Trail Run, 38 Miles, 26 Miles, 13 Mile Mountain Bike, 13.1 Miles, 22 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 13 Miles, 6.1 Miles, Weekend Camping
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Set in Alma, Colorado, the highest incorporated town in North America at 10,600 feet, the Race in the Clouds is a grassroots dirt festival celebrating outdoor adventure. This event, now in its third year, offers a weekend of activities including trail running, mountain biking, and off-road duathlon, all set against a backdrop of 14,000-foot peaks.
The 13.1-mile trail run course winds through a mix of single-track, forest service roads, and graded county roads. Runners can expect two significant climbs per loop, followed by fast descents, all characteristic of classic high-country terrain. The event is hosted by the Alma Foundation and the Town of Alma, embodying a community spirit with genuine hospitality.
Participants can camp at the start line in an alpine meadow, embracing the full mountain experience. Leashed dogs are even welcome in the Sunday 10K Doggie Division, adding a unique, family-friendly element to this challenging, high-altitude race.
Race-provided description
BACK FOR OUR 3RD YEAR! June 26 - 28 2026 | Alma, Colorado | Elevation: 10,600 ft Get ready for a weekend of epic outdoor adventure at 10,600 feet in beautiful Alma, Colorado—the highest incorporated town in North America! Whether you love mountain biking, trail running, off-road duathlon, or simply camping under the stars, our grassroots dirt festival has something for everyone. EVENT HIGHLIGHTS! Free Kids' Bike & Run Races (ages 12 & under) - Friday, June 26 1:00 PM Alma Town ParkMountain Bike Racing (Saturday, June 27)OFF-Road Duathlon -Run + Bike (Saturday, June 27)Trail Running (Sunday, June 28) Love to run with your four-legged training partner? Leashed dogs are welcome in our Sunday Trail 10K—sign up for our special Doggie Division and hit the trails together. THE COURSES Our courses feature a fun mix of single-track, forest service roads, and graded county roads. Each loop includes: ✔️ Two big climbs ✔️ Fast, fun descents ✔️ Classic high-country terrain WHAT TO EXPECT With the Dirt Festival, you can expect a fabulous grassroots race hosted by the Alma Foundation and the Town of Alma, Colorado—one of those rare mountain communities where local pride, volunteer spirit, and genuine hospitality turn a race weekend into a shared celebration. Camp at the start line in a pristine alpine meadow framed by 14,000-foot peaks and put your endurance and grit to the test on our demanding mountain bike and trail run courses. Prefer to focus on one discipline at a time? Ride on Saturday, run on Sunday—your weekend, your challenge. Discounted Camping: Athletes get 50% off camping with race entry. Camping opens Thursday morning, but early arrival is welcome with a camping pass (email us in advance!). Please bring your own water and camping essentials to be a comfy, happy camper. Porta Potties will be available in the meadow. Race Categories & Awards: Overall Awards: Top Men, Women & Non-Binary in each race format Age Group Awards: U2324-3940-4950-5960+ High School & Middle School Divisions We have added a new age division based on parent feedback. Middle Schools Athletes (male and female ages 11-14High School Athletes 15 - 18
We’re excited to bring these back after a huge success in 2025! Parents & Coaches: Want to race alongside your young athlete? You can jump into the High School/Middle School wave for free! Just email us after your athlete registers, and we’ll send you a free entry code. Volunteers Needed – Earn Discounted Race Entry OR FREE Camping! Volunteer Sign UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4CAEAB2AA1F58-61885436-alma#/ 2025 RESULTS: Race Results - Race in the Clouds - ITS YOUR RACE See you in the clouds!
Logistics
Race Day
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Start Time
7:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Alma Cemetery Meadow, Alma, CO, 80420
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
4 timing sources · 3 photos
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 64°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
38°
Afternoon (High)
64°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
55%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026?
The Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026 is held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.
Where does the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026 take place?
It takes place in Alma, Colorado.
What distances does the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026 offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus FREE Kids Mountain Bike and Trail Run, 38 Miles, 26 Miles, 13 Mile Mountain Bike, 13.1 Miles, 22 Miles, 6.2 Miles, 13 Miles, 6.1 Miles, Weekend Camping.
Is the Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026 course flat and good for a PR?
The Race in the Clouds - Alma Dirt Festival 2026 is a hilly, loop course course.
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