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Built on bad decisions in Boulder, CO.

Barr Lake Trail Race 50K

Basic Listing
  1. Aravaipa Running
  2. 2026 Edition

Colorado's flattest 50K, built for fast times and lake views

Directions
DeadlineJune 08, 2026
This event took place on June 13, 2026

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All trail races in Colorado→
June 13, 2026
Saturday 6:00am MDT start
Brighton, CO
United States
31.6 miles
Multiple Loops Course
90 ft
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Beginner Friendly
Suitable for first-timers
Links
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2019
Established
87%
Finish Rate
3:41 M / 4:19 W
Course Record

What Makes It Great

The Barr Lake Trail Race 50K is one of Colorado's flattest ultramarathons, sending runners on three loops around Barr Lake's scenic shoreline dirt trail. With less than 500 feet of total elevation gain over 31.6 miles, this course is purpose-built for PRs — not sufferfests. Continuous views of the lake and the snow-capped Front Range keep the miles rolling by at Barr Lake State Park in Brighton.

Difficulty

Entry-Level
2/10

Suitable for first-timers

Sun Exposure
Variable Weather

Race Highlights

Flat & fast 50K
Just 480 feet of total elevation gain over 31.6 miles — one of the flattest trail 50Ks in Colorado
Scenic lake loop course
Three loops of Barr Lake's shoreline trail with continuous water views and Front Range mountain backdrop
Open, spectator-friendly venue
Flat lakeside terrain lets spectators cheer at the start/finish throughout race day

Barr Lake Trail Race 50K

Brighton, CO, United StatesJune 13, 2026

June 13, 2026
Course map for Barr Lake Trail Race 50K
DistDistance31.6 mi
GainElevation Gain90 ft
LimitCutoff9 h
Sun ExposureVariable Weather

Entry Timeline

Registration DeadlineJune 08, 2026
Race DayJune 13, 2026

Lottery

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

Qualifier

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

Service Requirement

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.
31.6 mi
Distance
Multiple Loops
Route
9h
Cutoff Time
5,102 ft
Average Elevation
90 ft
Total Ascent
90 ft
Total Descent
5,105 ft
High Point
5,095 ft
Low Point
Course map
Launch Course Explorer

Aid Stations

LocationMileElevation
Start / Finish
Start
0.05,098 ft
50K Turnaround
Checkpoint
2.05,102 ft
Start / Finish
Aid Station
4.05,098 ft
Lark's Lounge
Aid Station
7.05,102 ft
O'Brian's Oasis
Aid Station
10.35,098 ft
Start / Finish
Aid Station
13.15,098 ft
Lark's Lounge
Aid Station
16.15,102 ft
O'Brian's Oasis
Aid Station
19.45,098 ft
Start / Finish
Aid Station
22.35,098 ft
Lark's Lounge
Aid Station
25.35,102 ft
O'Brian's Oasis
Aid Station
28.65,098 ft
Finish
Finish
31.55,098 ft

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No on-site camping available

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

No Pacers Allowed

Crew Rules

  • Crews are welcome to support runners at the finish line only.
Weather
High UV Exposure

Open, exposed lakeside course offers little shade — sun protection essential

Lightning/Thunderstorm Risk

Afternoon thunderstorms are possible in Colorado in June on exposed terrain

Gear Rules

Required Gear

No required gear specified

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

Featured Videos

Barr Lake Half Marathon and 10K
Barr Lake Half Marathon and 10K
Endurance Race Series•2019

Race reports from other Barr Lake Trail Race events

Barr Lake 15K Race ReportBarr Lake Trail Race Half Marathon
By Josheli • 2022

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Register•June 13, 2026