Presenting Sponsor
Established in 2014 in Littleton, Living The Dream Brewing Co is a local, craft brewery dedicated to the craft and our community. They aim to intersect active, outdoor lifestyles with craft beer. Brewing traditional styles and innovative recipes to provide a comprehensive craft beer experience. At Living The Dream, they focus on great beer, great people, and great times!
Description
The Wildcat Mountain Trail Races showcase some of the most scenic terrain in the HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area, giving runners a true taste of the rolling hills, open views, and natural beauty surrounding Wildcat Mountain. Each fall, participants take on two distances—a 10-mile and a 10K—designed to highlight the area’s unique, beautiful trails.
The race begins at the Douglas County East/West Trailhead at Rocky Heights Middle School and follows the E/W Trail into the Backcountry, linking directly into the Wildcat Mountain trails.
Adult registration includes:
- Dry-fit race t-shirt
- Custom race bib
- Custom finisher medal
- Pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks
- Post-race beers compliments of Living the Dream Brewing
Kids’ Races
Race day will end with a series of untimed, just-for-fun kids’ races, giving young runners an easy and exciting way to be part of race day. Our goal is to create a safe, welcoming introduction to trail running, and these short races offer the perfect opportunity for kids ages 0–12 to get involved. Registration is only $10, and every participant receives a finisher medal.
Distances vary by age to ensure a fun and manageable experience for all: Ages 2–4 run approximately 0.25 miles, Ages 5–7 run about 0.62 miles, Ages 8–10 take on roughly 1 mile, and Ages 11–12 complete a 2-mile course.
Kids' registration includes:
- Custom race bib
- Custom finisher medal
Race Amenities
Adult participants will receive the following:
- Dry-fit race t-shirt (unisex and women's fit available)
- Custom finisher award
FREE pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks- Post-race beers compliments of Living the Dream Brewing!
All youth participants will receive:
- An awesome race experience!
- Custom finisher medal
- FREE pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks
Athlete Guide
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Updated 7/28/25
Packet Pick Up
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 3-7 pm
9150 Commerce Center Circle, Suite 300m Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Race Day Packet Pickup
You will be able to pick up your timing bib and race shirt beginning at 7:00 am on race morning. There will be no on-site registration; however, registration will remain open online until the start of the race, and racers will be able to register and pay, in real-time, on their mobile phone.
Course Description
The Wildcat Mountain 10K | 10M Trail Race has awesome views and fun, varying terrain. The course is 100% dirt trails. Runners will have the potential to view wildlife along the way as well as soak in the amazing mountain views.
There will be aid stations available. In our effort to respect the trails and follow the principles of LEAVE NO TRACE, we are trying to eliminate trash left on the trails. Bringing your own hydration system is highly encouraged. Aid stations will be stocked with water.
For the safety of participants and potential Backcountry Wilderness Area wildlife, dogs and strollers are not allowed.
Kids Race
First-time trail runner? This course is a perfect distance to try out trail running.
Our goal is to create a safe and fun environment for all to enjoy trail running, and this is the perfect way to introduce your little one to trail running. Only $10 for all kids and every kid gets a finisher medal! (0-12 years old, no shirt included)
- Ages 2-4 (~.25 mi) STRAVA COURSE MAP
- Ages 5-7 (~.62 mi) STRAVA COURSE MAP
- Ages 8-10 (~ 1 mi) STRAVA COURSE MAP
- Ages 11-12 (~2 mi) STRAVA COURSE MAP
Place
Littleton, CO US 80126
Race Contact Info
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