Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival
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Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival
The Human Potential Running Series presents a multi-distance trail festival on the Rainbow Trail in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains near Westcliffe, Colorado. The event is scheduled for September 26 to 27, 2026 and uses Greenhorn / Music Meadows Ranch adjacent to the Grape Creek Trailhead. Runner capacity is 350 combined and time limits vary by distance.
Distances offered:
- 8-Mile
- 27k
- 50k
- 50-Mile
- 100k
- 100-Mile
Included event services and logistics: gender specific race shirt, finisher's medal, well stocked aid stations, and allowance for drop bags at Music Meadows and selected aid stations. All participants who complete their distance receive a unique finisher award; official 100-Mile finishers receive a Sangre de Cristo endurance run belt buckle. No awards will be mailed. Drop bags should be left on race morning and may be accessed at Music Meadows each time runners pass through.
Camping is allowed for tents, camper vans, and rooftop tents; very limited space exists for camping trailers under 12 feet. Vehicle sleeping is permitted free of charge; tent campers must reserve space. Volunteer compensation is offered as HPRS credits at $5 to $15 per hour. 100-Mile entrants must document eight hours of volunteer service between September 1, 2025 and August 31, 2026 or pay a $150 buy-out donation. The event operates under permits from the U.S. Forest Service San Isabel National Forest San Carlos Ranger District and two private landowners.
Weather at this time of year is unpredictable and can include rain, snow, wind, hail, or thunderstorms. Average temperatures are around a 70 degree high and a 35 degree low. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.