Telluride Mountain Run

AUG

22-23

2026

The Telluride Mountain Run is a technical mountain race in Colorado's San Juans, with routes reaching over 13,000 feet. Runners face rocky, exposed terrain on old mining roads and alpine tundra. This demanding event is not suited for beginners.

22-23 Aug 2026

Telluride, Colorado

Website

65 miles 40 miles 24 miles 14 miles

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Event Overview

The Telluride Mountain Run takes place in the San Juan Mountains above Telluride, Colorado. The event offers multiple running routes on old mining roads, singletrack, and alpine tundra. The course goes over mountain passes, exposed ridgelines, and high summits at altitudes above 13,000 feet.

Course Details

The routes are described as extremely difficult and technical, with significant elevation gain. The terrain is extremely rocky with sections that are steep, loose, and exposed. There are sections with no trail. The environment includes potential hazards from falls, rockfall, and weather. Safety personnel monitor parts of the route. The event states it is not for beginners and requires prior experience.

Distances

The event offers four distances:

65 Miler
40 Miler
24 Miler
14 Miler

Additional Information

The race takes place on August 22-23, 2026. Participants are directed to the event website for full details before registering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

65 mi

65-Mile

40 mi

40-Mile

24 mi

24-Mile

14 mi

14-Mile