Lory Summer Trail Series
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Eltuck Valley 5K - Lory Summer Trail Series
The event is a four-race midweek trail series held in Fort Collins, Colorado, at Lory State Park (Eltuck Picnic Area / 708 Lodgepole Dr, Bellvue, CO 80512). The series runs across August 2026 and includes shorter trail races with chip-timed results. Series points are awarded for each race and awards are given to top series finishers. Organizers provide a selection of vintage Gnar race shirts for registrants. After each race, pizza will be provided with support from the Fort Collins Running Club and beverages with support from New Belgium Brewing.
Race details
- Distances in the series:
- Flat and Fast Eltuck Valley : 5k (250' elevation gain)
- Into the Hills Eltuck : 5k (700' elevation gain)
- Into the Hills Eltuck : 10k (1,700' elevation gain)
- Flat and Fast Eltuck Valley : 12k (500' elevation gain)
Additional notes: parking is at the Eltuck Picnic Area until filled, with overflow directed to nearby Spur Road. Dogs are not allowed on the course. There is no on-course aid; permanent toilets are available at the start/finish and additional park restrooms are passed on each course. A day park pass ($10) is required if the vehicle does not have a Colorado State Parks pass. Entries are non-refundable except for specific waitlist transfers; a 75% transfer credit is offered for future Gnar Runners races (valid 12 months). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
