Bridge Burner Ultra
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Bridge Burner Ultra
Bridge Burner Ultra takes place on October 24, 2026 in Cañon City, Colorado. The event offers multiple trail distances on a single loop course that follows the Arkansas River and passes through the granite blasted Tunnel Drive tunnels.
Distances:
- 35 Mile / 50K
- 35K
- 10K
The route climbs to a high point of 7,109 feet and includes long sections of rolling singletrack through Royal Gorge Mountain Park. Runners cross the highest bridge in the United States and descend through Temple Canyon. Elevation gain varies by distance and is listed for each course: the 10K is listed at 575 feet, the 35K at 2,800 feet, the 50K at 4,200 feet, and the 35 mile at 4,400 feet.
Aid stations are well stocked and include Tailwind, Muir Energy Gels, baked goods, snacks, fruit, soda, and hot food options such as bacon, quesadillas, potatoes, and pierogis. Some aid stations are crew accessible and accept drop bags; the Tunnel aid station is marked as no crew. Pacing is prohibited and crewing is allowed only at crew accessible aid stations. All aid stations are accessible by two wheel drive vehicles.
Logistics note that packet pickup is held at Centennial Park the day before and on race morning. Parking is available at Centennial Park, on the north side of the Arkansas River, and in nearby communities. Registration closes October 20, 2026 and registrants receive race shirt, BOCO trucker hat (excludes 10K), personalized bib, finishers award, and post race meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
