50 Kilometer and Marathon (~26.7 Mile) loop in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. The course follows the “Alpine Loop” jeep roads past the ghost mining towns of Howardsville, Eureka, Animas Forks and Gladstone. High point is California Pass at 12,930 feet! The 8 mile out and back race will take you to Howardsville for a taste of the Alpine Loop.
50 Kilometer and Marathon (~26.7 Mile) loop in the San Juan Mountains of Colorado. The course follows the “Alpine Loop” jeep roads past the ghost mining towns of Howardsville, Eureka, Animas Forks and Gladstone. High point is California Pass at 12,930 feet! The 8 mile out and back race will take you to Howardsville for a taste of the Alpine Loop.
A high altitude 50k tour of the San Juans via runnable jeep road grades. This event has it all: scenic, expansive views, well-stocked aid stations, and helpful volunteers. Will absolutely run again!
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This run is truly beautiful. It's a push up the pass but the downhill all the way to the finish is amazing. Community is always so supportive and cheerful.