Trail Running

Chase the Moon

Trail Running covering 50 km to 160.9 km in Highlands Ranch (Colorado, United States)

LocationHighlands Ranch, Colorado, United StatesShow on map(39.5539° N, 104.9694° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +6,115 m

Chase the Moon is an endurance sporting event in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include Night Run, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Chase the Moon (160.93 km) (160.93 km, +6,115 m D+), and Chase the Moon (50 km) (50 km, +1,900 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (aravaiparunning.com).

Official website
Chase the Moon in Highlands Ranch (Work: "Table mountain light painting", Photo: Jonathan Beech, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Table mountain light painting" · Photo: Jonathan Beech · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Night RunNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeRelay

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Chase the Moon (160.93 km)Trail Running160.93 km+6,115 m1,150 m - 3,718 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Chase the Moon (50 km)Trail Running50 km+1,900 m1,153 m - 1,951 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160.93 km
Elevation gain
+6,115 m D+
Elevation loss
-6,115 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 3,718 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
7.6 % / 13.7 %
Course format
Loop course
160.93 km+6,115 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS39.5539° N, 104.9694° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,718 m above sea level (+6,115 m D+, -6,115 m D-)

Peak: 3,718 m·at 86.5 km·Ø 7.6 %
1,150 m2,006 m2,862 m3,718 m0 km32.2 km64.4 km96.6 km128.7 km160.9 km3,718 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Chase the Moon take place?

Chase the Moon takes place in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, US (start area at coordinates 39.5539° N, 104.9694° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Chase the Moon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Chase the Moon (160.93 km) (160.93 km, +6,115 m D+), and Chase the Moon (50 km) (50 km, +1,900 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Chase the Moon?

The main competition (Chase the Moon (160.93 km) over 160.93 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,115 m of elevation gain and -6,115 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,718 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Chase the Moon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (aravaiparunning.com).