Creede Mountain Runs

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The Race Is On! The Creede Mountain Run, established in 1987, celebrates the end of summer and the beginning of fall in our small historic mountain town. This event offers participants the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking San Juan Mountains in Colorado on a 2, 12, 22 mile, or 50K course! The race begins within the town of Creede, leading racers along Main Street early in the morning, as sleepy stores open and coffee shop patrons step onto the street to cheer racers on. The course follows Willow Creek out of town and up towards the Black Pitch, testing their endurance for quick altitude gain while piquing their interest with old mines hanging precariously from vertical cliffs. The 12-milers round out the Bachelor Loop, while the 22-milers climb up to the top of the Continental Divide, before making their return into Creede and the finish line.
Date:  2023-09-02
Distance:  2 miles, 12 miles, 22 miles, 50k
City:  Creede
Registration Cost:  $50
State:  Colorado
Hosted By:  Creede
Pros
  • small town
  • relaxed race
  • fun environment
  • variety of distances to race
  • inexpensive entry fee
Cons
  • no race prizes or awards
  • not a lot of competition/runners
  • poor signage during 1 crucial point of race

Summary

I wanted a quick race to jump in for summer training, and the 12-miler in Creede was a perfect race. The pricepoint was great and there was a relaxed feel to the race that I appreciated as I warmed up and gathered at the starting line.
Posted Sep 12, 2023
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Hannah Hartzell
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I'm a mental health musketeer with a passion for trail running, writing, and going to bed before 9 p.m.
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