Pikes Peak Ultra
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Pikes Peak Ultra
Pikes Peak Ultra is a trail ultramarathon produced by Mad Moose Events and first held in 2015 to showcase trails in Colorado Springs. The course starts at Bear Creek Regional Park and follows city trails including High Drive, Cheyenne Canon, the Seven Bridges Trail, and Pipeline Trail, with sections on the Ring the Peak Trail that offer views of Pikes Peak. Much of the route is on crushed granite. The longest courses include a summit of Mt. Rosa.
Distances
- 20K
- 30K
- 50K
- 50 Mile
Course metrics by distance are provided by the organizer. Key figures include:
- 50 Mile: lowest point 6170', highest point 11893', elevation gain 11759', elevation loss 11579'.
- 50K: lowest point 6169', highest point 11440', elevation gain 8127', elevation loss 8123'.
- 30K: lowest point 6169', highest point 8240', elevation gain 4177', elevation loss 4177'.
- 20K: lowest point 6169', highest point 7877', elevation gain 2513', elevation loss 2513'.
The event is cupless. Runners must provide a reusable cup; water dispensers are located at the start/finish and at every aid station. Crew-accessible aid stations are indicated on the event map. Packet pickup and finish line are located at Bear Creek Regional Park; parking is available near pavilions and courts, and parking along Argus or 21st is not permitted. All finishers receive a custom race shirt, a BOCO trucker hat, and a finishers' medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
