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440 spots left. Registration Opens February 27, 2026 at 12:00am MST
Description
The Cheyenne Mountain Run features three scenic trail races inside Cheyenne Mountain State Park:
25K Mountain Challenge – for advanced trail runners
10K Trail Race – for experienced runners
5K Run/Walk – a friendly, accessible option for all levels, including beginners
Each race uses color‑coded bibs
Start Details
Location: Limekiln Trailhead
Start Time: 7:00 AM (staggered start)
25K first, 10K next, 5K last
Fastest runners will start first with their race distance and walkers last.
All races are chip timed.
Poles: Not allowed.
25K Course Overview
Start Elevation: 6,000 ft
Max Elevation: ~9,450 ft
Total Elevation Gain/Loss: ~3,450 ft
Course: Talon → North Talon → Dixon Trail → Mountain Loop (clockwise) → return via Dixon → North Talon → Talon
Cutoff Times
Dixon Saddle (mile ~5.8): 8:45 AM cutoffLocated 2.5 miles up the Dixon Trail
Runners arriving after 8:45 AM will be turned around
Top of Dixon Aid Station & Split Timing: closes at 10:00 AM
Finish Line Timing: closes at 12:00 PM
Aid Stations
Talon/Sundance
Talon/North Talon
Lower Dixon Trail
Top of Dixon Trail
All runners must carry their own hydration and be prepared for rapid weather changes.
The safety of our participants and volunteers is our highest priority!
10K Course Overview
Out Talon Trail to the second South Talon junction
Counterclockwise loop on South Talon
Return via Talon → Sundance → finish
Aid Stations: Talon/Sundance and Talon/North Talon
5K Course Overview
Talon → Sundance (~1.4 miles) → Turkey Trot → Talon → finish
Aid Station: Talon/Sundance
This race is a fundraiser for The Friends of Cheyenne Mountain State Park and is made to celebrate and fundraise for the park we know and love.
Pikes Peak Ascent Qualifier
The Cheyenne Mountain Run 25K is a qualifying race for the 2026 Pikes Peak Ascent (PPA). For full details of the PPA qualifications, please read Pikes Peak Qualifications.
Dixon Trail Work for The Cheyenne Mountain Run
The Cheyenne Mountain Run 25K will go to the top of Cheyenne Mountain and back. This is possible because of great trail work by several organizations and volunteers.
All profits from The Cheyenne Mountain Run will be used to fund trail projects and other park programs.
Place
Colorado Springs, CO US 80926
25K Course Map
Please take a look at the 10K map for the Start/Finish line.
10K Course Map
5K Course Map
Same Day Race Day Registration
Day-of registration will be available from 12:00am to 7:00 am the morning of the race August 15th.
5K - $55
10K - $85
25K - $115
Note that race day registration fees are more expensive, so register early and save some bucks.
Awards
Top 3 Overall Awards for Men & Women-5K, 10K & 25K
Gift Certificates $75 for 1st, $50 for 2nd and $25 for 3rd places
furnished by MOUNTAIN CHALET
Top 3 Overall Awards1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners-5K-10K & 25K
Cash Awards $100 for 1st, $75 for 2nd and $50 for 3rd places
“ANONYMOUS DONOR”
Age Group Winner for Men & Women-Gift Certificates $15.00 for each 1st place winner!
furnished by COLORADO RUNNING COMPANY
Since medals were so popular in 2025, all finishers will receive a medal to celebrate their race finish on the mountain.
Packet Pickup
Early packet pickup is from noon - 2:30 PM on Friday, August 14th, at the Visitor's Center in Cheyenne Mountain State Park. You can also pickup your packet on race morning starting at 5:30 AM.
Registration Limits
The 25K course has a limit of 400 registrations, due to the two-way traffic on the narrow and steep sections of the Dixon trail. There is no limit on the 5K or 10K courses.
Referral Rewards Program
Spread the word about Cheyenne Mountain Run and receive cash back. Using your unique referral link in your confirmation email, you can invite friends to any of our distances and receive:
$10 after the first two referrals who register with your unique code
$10 after the next five referrals who register with your code.
Refund amount cannot exceed the original registration cost. Refund is made to the original payment method.
Hurry! Offer expires August 15, 2025. So tell your friends, family, business associates, landlord, neighbor and mechanic today!
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://friendsofcmsp.org/?page_id=957.
Race Timing
Race Timing is provided by the Pikes Peak Road Runners. The race is chipped timed. There will be timing at the start and finish, and one on-course split time on the 25K course, located along the loop at the top of the course. Results will be posted online during the duration of the races at this link.
Race Contact Info
2025 Photos
SWAG for 2026
- Due to the popularity of medals in 2025, all finishers will receive medals.
- Tech shirts for all runners.
Parking/Directions
Parking for runners will start at 5:30 AM. Please arrive early to provide enough time to be race ready at 7:00 AM.
Parking at Cheyenne Mountain State Park is limited, so carpooling is encouraged.
Rules
- Assigned race bibs are not transferable and must be worn in plain view on the front of your body.
- Transfer of your registration is allowed. Follow the prompts on RunSignUp. If assistance is needed, please contact Friendsofcmsp@gmail.
- No strollers, bikes, roller blades, skateboards, etc.
- No animals are permitted on the course. Animals are allowed in the parking lot, as long as they are on a leash.
- Poles and walking sticks not allowed. This is a safety precaution.
- Due to the narrow trails, please step out of the way of competitors if you have to stop. Down hill runners, have the right of way.
- Do not walk or run abreast in pairs or groups when it will impede others, especially on the Dixon Trail.
- All trash must be disposed of at water stations/start-finish line.
- Open ear devices will be allowed. Ear plug allowed only in one ear.
- No refunds will be provided, please use the transfer option.
Grounds for Disqualification:
- Using a race bib assigned to another runner.
- Un-sportsman like conduct.
- Verbally abusing any other participant or volunteer.
- Failing to comply with directives of Race Officials.
- Cutting the course.
- Throwing trash in the park.
Results and Photo Links
PREVIOUS RESULTS
2025 Race Results by Pikes Peak Road Runners From this link, you may also view your previous years results.
PHOTO LINKS
Race Start 2025-5K, 10K & 25K Runners Video by Hiking Bob
2025 Pictures by Tim Bergsten-Pikes Peak Sports
Directions
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