Flaming Foliage Relay
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Overview
The Flaming Foliage Relay - Idaho Springs to Buena Vista is an overnight team relay held on September 11-12, 2026 in Idaho Springs, Colorado (80452). The course covers 165 miles and follows a mix of single-track trails and roads. The route crosses three mountain passes: Guanella Pass, Georgia Pass, and Fremont Pass. The event spans two days and includes night running and daylight segments.
Race format and details
The relay is offered in three team categories: a 10-person team (listed as 6-10 runners), an Ultra team (4-5 runners), and a Super Ultra team (1-3 runners). Registration pricing is set per category and is scheduled to increase after March 6, 2026. The event materials include leg maps and course details, and organizers provide race week information, team and volunteer information, and logistics pages. The event is organized by miles.Beyond and run.Windsor. Participants who complete both this relay and the Wild West Relay in 2026 are eligible to receive the Mountain Goat Belt Buckle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
