For the 6th year running and hosted by Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch, we are bringing back an amazing and beautiful trail race to Loveland, CO. You will have 6 distances to choose from.
Come run on beautiful trails on private land at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch. The views alone are to die for! There are different terrains throughout the course, something to challenge everyone.
We will have a 5K and 10K. On Saturday there will be a 4hr, 6hr, 12hr, and 12hr 4-person relay timed races. There is a ranch access fee that each person coming onto the ranch needs to purchase. $5/person per day. EVERYONE running will be provided a meal ticket. You can purchase an extra meal ticket for any friends or family coming, OR if you want two meals. 12-HR solo get an extra meal ticket.
Finisher Awards for 5K, 10K, 4hr, 6hr, 12hr and 12hr 4-person relay! Picture coming soon.
Start Times:
April 4th -10K - 5:00pm
April 4th -5K - 5:30pm
April 5th-12 hr solo/ 12hr relay 2 and 4 person teams/6hr/4hr - 7:00am
Suggested Gear List: Trail Shoes, Tweezers (in case you find a cactus), Gaiters, Water Bottle (there are no cups at the event, Headlamp, Trekking poles, extra socks and possibly shoes for Saturday participants (multiple creek crossings), and anything special you need for your run.
Aid Stations: We will have one aid station located at the start/finish line. We will have water, VFuel, and your finish line food of Burgers and more. Those running Saturday we will have ramen, cookies, candy, coke, ginger ale, and more. This will be in addition to your finish line food (burgers, chips, coke, and/or beer).
Pacers are not allowed on course. Anyone without a bib is not allowed on course.
Relay Teams: Each person must complete one full lap. There will be a “hot lap” that will open 1 hr before the course closes. The fastest last full lap is a tie-breaker if needed.
Hot Lap: The hot lap will open 1 hr before your race ends. This allows you to complete a partial lap if you don’t think you can complete a full lap in one hour.
Course Closures: Everyone has to be off the course by 7pm on Friday and 7pm on Saturday. With 30 minutes remaining in your race, you will not able to pass the big loop turn and will be told to take the hot lap.
If you are wanting to stay at the ranch for the weekend, please click HERE. They have some incredible cabins! There will be a surprise on Sunday morning for those staying in lodging or camping. Details to come…
Race First Stop:
Is parking available? Yes. There is plenty of parking at the Ranch. Parking opens at 4pm on Friday and 6am on Saturday. Please do not arrive early on Friday. The ranchers are still finishing up work and our volunteers will not be in place until then. On Saturday, please do not arrive early as our volunteers will not be in place yet.
Am I guaranteed a shirt? To be guaranteed a shirt you must register by March 10th. We always order extras and you will see inventory when you register. We always have other swag available if we run out of shirts. Any packets not picked up after the start of the race will no longer be available. Colors can change depending on supply.
We are going to be as cupless as possible. Please bring your own water bottle or reservoir for the event.
Is there race day registration? No. ALL registration is online. There is very limited cell service at the Ranch so we will be unable to take race day registrations. The registration deadline is at midnight on April 3rd for Friday races and April 4th for Saturday races. If you have any questions please message us directly.
Will you cancel the race if it’s cold, snowing, windy, or rainy? No. We will hold the event rain or shine. Lightening will delay the event, but that chance is very, VERY slim.
Can I bring my dog? Unfortunately, this is one event we host where dogs are NOT allowed.
Can I bring my RV or trailer to camp in? No, but you can camp in a tent, car, truck, or van. RVs and Trailers are not allowed. There is a $25 fee for general area camping and $35 for premium camping at the start/finish area. You can add this on to your registration. Want to stay in a lodge instead, then visit Colorado Guest Ranch - Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch, Loveland CO. They will have lodging available on first come first serve basis. It is limited so call them soon. You can even make reservations for horseback riding and other activities available.
If you are a Veteran or First Responders, please contact us for a discount code. Thank you for your service.
Packet Pickup: For Friday events, packet pickup is 4pm-5:15pm. 10K time ends at 4:45pm. For Saturday events, packet pickup is 6:15am-6:45am. It will end at 6:45am for 12hr and 6hr. Plan accordingly.
For those running on Saturday, we will have a designated area for drop bags.
AWARDS:
5K - top three male and female, top three masters male and female
10K - top three male and female, top three masters male and female
4HR - top three male and female, top three masters male and female
6HR - top three male and female, top three masters male and female
12HR solo - top three male and female, top three masters male and female
12HR 4-person relay - top three teams
12 HR 2-person relay - top three teams
(Tie brakers for the 4HR/6HR/12HR races - the fastest last full lap)
If you are needing any outdoor sports or equipment, use this link to shop at Scheels. 5% of purchases will go to our scholarship fund! This scholarship will be awarded to a local senior. The first scholarship will be awarded in the spring of 2024.