Continental Divide Trail Run
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Continental Divide Trail Run
The Continental Divide Trail Run takes place on August 21, 2027 in Steamboat Springs, CO. The event is organized by the Steamboat Running Series and includes multiple trail distances that begin and end at the Steamboat Ski Area.
The course runs through aspen and pine forests and offers views of the Yampa Valley. Runners encounter sustained climbing and high-elevation sections on the longer courses.
Key course details:
- 50K: begins and ends at Steamboat Ski Area; continues to Long Lake.
- 16 Mile: over 3,500 ft elevation gain; high point 10,420 ft, most climbing in first 7.5 miles.
- 5 Mile: climbs from the base to the Creekside Trail and back; more than 1,000 ft in the first 2.5 miles.
Estimated elevation gain for the 50K is about 5,500 ft, with much of the distance at or above 10,000 ft. Maps and elevation profiles are available for course planning. Registration opens January 1, 2027. The listed location for the event is Steamboat Springs, CO. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
