Trail Running

Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent

Trail Running covering 21.4 km to 42.2 km with up to 2,382 m D+ in Manitou Springs (Colorado, United States)

LocationManitou Springs, Colorado, United StatesShow on map(38.8586° N, 104.9172° W)
Date & StatusSeptember 18, 2027 to September 19, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +2,382 m

Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent is an endurance sporting event in Manitou Springs, Colorado, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include City Run, Mountain, High Altitude, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Pikes Peak Marathon (42.2 km, +2,382 m D+), and Pikes Peak Ascent (21.4 km, +2,382 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from September 18, 2027 to September 19, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (pikespeakmarathon.org).

Official website
Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent in Manitou Springs (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: Larry D. Moore · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-DayNature & Off-Road

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Pikes Peak MarathonTrail Running42.2 km+2,382 m1,150 m - 2,150 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Pikes Peak AscentTrail Running21.4 km+2,382 m1,153 m - 2,153 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+2,382 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,382 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,150 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.3 % / 20.3 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+2,382 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS38.8586° N, 104.9172° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,150 m above sea level (+2,382 m D+, -2,382 m D-)

Peak: 2,150 m·at 18.4 km·Ø 11.3 %
1,150 m1,483 m1,817 m2,150 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km2,150 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent take place?

Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent takes place in Manitou Springs, Colorado, US (start area at coordinates 38.8586° N, 104.9172° W). The next edition is officially confirmed from September 18, 2027 to September 19, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Pikes Peak Marathon (42.2 km, +2,382 m D+), and Pikes Peak Ascent (21.4 km, +2,382 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent?

The main competition (Pikes Peak Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,382 m of elevation gain and -2,382 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,150 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 Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent?

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