Mountain Ridge Trail Race
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Event overview
Mountain Ridge takes place on April 18, 2026 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. The race starts and finishes at Mountain Ridge Middle School and offers four distance options: a 21-mile course, a half marathon, a 10K, and a 5K. Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable. Registration closes on April 13, 2026.
Course details
All courses use a mix of dirt trails and paved bike paths, generally described as about 90% dirt and 10% paved. Routes are out-and-back layouts; the 21-mile and half-marathon are described as "Y" out-and-back courses.
Distances:
- 21 Mile
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
Key course facts:
- 21 Mile: 2,106 feet of elevation gain, maximum elevation 6,412 feet, four aid stations.
- Half Marathon: 1,345 feet of elevation gain, maximum elevation 6,412 feet, three aid stations.
- 10K: 600 feet of elevation gain, maximum elevation 6,369 feet, two aid stations.
- 5K: 374 feet of elevation gain, maximum elevation 6,369 feet.
Logistics and services
Bib pickup is at Denver Runners Roost, 1685 S. Colorado, Denver, CO 80222, on April 17. The event operates a cupless policy; reusable cups will be available for purchase at registration and on race day, and participants may bring their own. Volunteer roles are available and include race credits and race swag as listed perks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
