Ring the Springs
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Ring the Springs
Ring the Springs is a trail race event held at Rock Ledge Ranch in Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs. The courses route through city parks, North Cheyenne Cañon and sections of the Pike National Forest, and finish at Rock Ledge Ranch.
Distances offered:
- 100K: 64 miles; 11,065 ft elevation gain; max 11,488 ft; 22 hour limit.
- 50K: 32.3 miles; 5,115 ft elevation gain; max 9,083 ft; 12 hour limit.
- 35K: 21.5 miles; 3,388 ft elevation gain; max 7,873 ft; 10 hour limit.
The 100K course includes long climbs and a high point on Mount Rosa, multiple aid stations, and designated crew and pacer access at specific aid stations. Drop bags are allowed at set aid locations for the 100K; drop bags for the shorter distances are available at the finish. The 50K and 35K courses also use multiple aid stations and allow crew support at the finish area. Parking is available in a large dirt and grass lot at Rock Ledge Ranch.
The event publishes course maps and timed cutoffs for the 100K. Course records by gender and recent results are recorded for the distances. The event is organized by Aravaipa Running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
