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The Cheyenne Mountain Run

The Cheyenne Mountain Run

Race Date

Aug 15, 2026

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Atmosphere

Low KeyWell OrganizedWell Supported

Course

Scenic Route

The Experience

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 12:00 PM Aid Stations Talon/Sundance Talon/North Talon Lower Dixon Trail Top of Dixon Trail   All runners must carry their own hydration and be prepared for rapid weather changes. 10K Course Overview Out Talon Trail to the second South Talon junction Counterclockwise loop on South Talon Return via Talon → Sundance → finish Aid Stations: Talon/Sundance and Talon/North Talon. 10K Map

5K Course Overview Talon → Sundance (~1.4 miles) → Turkey Trot → Talon → finish Aid Station: Talon/Sundance   5K Map  This race is a fundraiser for The Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park A 501 (c) 3 charitable nonprofit) and is made to celebrate and fundraise for the park we know and love. The safety of our participants and volunteers is our highest priority!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Start Time

7:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

410 JL Ranch Heights, Colorado Springs, CO, 80926

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Mountain, Forest

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Hilly

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

3.1 Miles6.2 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage10/20

5 years running

Size11/15

~169 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty0/20

0% returning runners

Course & details3/15

4 timing sources

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed0/5

winner 1:52:10

Weather0/10

typical high 86°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

58°

Afternoon (High)

86°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

46%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the The Cheyenne Mountain Run?

The The Cheyenne Mountain Run is held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM.

Where does the The Cheyenne Mountain Run take place?

It takes place in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

What distances does the The Cheyenne Mountain Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles.

Is the The Cheyenne Mountain Run course flat and good for a PR?

The The Cheyenne Mountain Run is a hilly, loop course course.

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