The Pilgrimage
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The Pilgrimage : Mack, Colorado
The Pilgrimage is a timed endurance event scheduled for May 2, 2027, in Mack, Colorado. The race runs on a 150-hour clock and is limited to 45 runners. The format uses five distinct off pavement routes; completing all five routes equals one full journey. Pacers are not allowed.
The terrain mixes single track, dirt roads, and ATV tracks with no pavement. Average altitude is a bit over 5,000 ft. Course features include river views and desert sections. Route distances and elevation gain are listed below; totals for one journey are about 55.3 miles and 5,908 ft of gain.
- Green route - 6.6 miles, 497 ft gain, 76 ft/mile
- Blue route - 11.4 miles, 848 ft gain, 75 ft/mile
- White route - 11.9 miles, 1282 ft gain, 108 ft/mile
- Red route - 12.6 miles, 1323 ft gain, 105 ft/mile
- Orange route - 12.5 miles, 1136 ft gain, 91 ft/mile
The event uses multiple journey formats that change how routes are ordered, including predetermined order on the first journey, drawn order, alternating assignment, reverse order, and free choice on later journeys. An RD will be on site 24/7 and runners must check in after each route. Competitors must bring separate GPX files for each course and be able to navigate with them.
There are crewed and uncrewed divisions with separate standings. Crew may only assist at the home base and onsite vehicle limits apply. The home base aid station will offer hot food, drinks, and limited supplies; the event is cupless and each entrant receives a small collapsible cup. There is no on site medical team. Completion of four full journeys is required to avoid a DNF, which equates to roughly 220 miles within the 150-hour window. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
