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Running Territory & Spot

Running in the San Juan Mountains

10 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 25 races in San Juan Mountains with course maps and elevation profiles.

Events102 confirmed dates
Competitions25Races & courses
Distances8.7 - 160.9 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+12,192 m D+Course elevation profile

Selected Events

Featured Events & Highlights

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Dates & Schedule

Race Calendar

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July 2027

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Jul 9, 2027 - Jul 11, 2027Hardrock 100Silverton, Colorado, US
Trail Running
160.93 km
Jul 16, 2027 - Jul 18, 2027Ouray 100 Mile Endurance RunOuray, Colorado, US
Trail Running
160.93 km80.47 km

Date to be announced

DateEventLocationDisciplinesDistances
Date to be announcedIron Horse Bicycle ClassicDurango, Colorado, US
Gravel BikingRoad Cycling
88.51 km80.47 km43.45 km40.23 km
Date to be announcedSilverton AlpineSilverton, Colorado, US
Trail Running
51 km42.97 km12.88 km
Date to be announcedSilverton Ultra DirtySilverton, Colorado, US
Trail Running
160.93 km95.8 km58.9 km
Date to be announcedKendall Mountain RunSilverton, Colorado, US
Trail Running
19 km11 km
Date to be announcedMiddle Creek FlyathlonSaguache, Colorado, US
Trail Running
20.92 km11.27 km
Date to be announcedHigh Five 100Lake City, Colorado, US
Trail Running
160.93 km
Date to be announcedSan Juan SoftieDurango, Colorado, US
Trail Running
160.93 km
Date to be announcedBlack Canyon TriathlonMontrose, Colorado, US
Triathlon
27.75 km

Overview & Route Character

The running territory of San Juan Mountains (United States, Colorado) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 10 public events and 25 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Gravel Biking, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Silverton, Ouray, Durango, and Saguache. Notable events in the selection include Hardrock 100, Ouray 100 Mile Endurance Run, and Iron Horse Bicycle Classic.

Race distances span from 8.7 km to 160.9 km, reaching up to +12,192 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for San Juan Mountains includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.

Questions & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

How many running events and races take place in San Juan Mountains?

RunningCompass currently lists 10 verified events with 25 individual races in San Juan Mountains. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Hardrock 100, Ouray 100 Mile Endurance Run, and Iron Horse Bicycle Classic.

What disciplines and race distances are offered in San Juan Mountains?

Events in San Juan Mountains focus on Trail Running, Gravel Biking, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 8.7 km entry-level races up to 160.9 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Silverton, Ouray, Durango, and Saguache.

What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in San Juan Mountains?

The most selective courses in San Juan Mountains climb up to +12,192 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.

How can I find dates and register for running events in San Juan Mountains?

The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.