Never Summer 100Km
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Never Summer 100km & 60km
The Never Summer race series takes place within State Forest State Park in Colorado. The courses run between the Never Summer Mountains on the northern border of Rocky Mountain National Park and the Medicine Bow Mountains. Participants travel through high alpine environments, reaching elevations between 10,000 and 12,000 feet.
The event features three distinct distance options:
- 60 km (39.2 miles with 8,100 feet of vertical gain)
- 100 km (65.7 miles with 14,500 feet of vertical gain)
- The Double (A combination of both distances totaling 100 miles)
The terrain is diverse, comprising technical alpine trails, cross-country sections, jeep roads, and logging roads. Runners should expect to navigate rocks, stream crossings, meadows, and potential snowfields. The route visits multiple alpine peaks and lakes, including Lake Agnes and North Diamond Summit, which serves as the course high point at 11,850 feet. Wildlife such as moose, elk, and bighorn sheep are frequently sighted in the area.
Aid stations are positioned along the course, providing hydration, nutrition, and medical support. Due to the remote wilderness setting, certain sections between aid stations are up to 11.4 miles long and involve significant climbing. Participants in the 100 km distance must complete the course within a 24-hour time limit, while the 60 km has a 15-hour limit. Finished times under 23 hours for the 100 km serve as a qualifier for the Western States 100 lottery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.