A 29.5-mile loop climbing Steamboat's ski mountain from base to summit and back
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The CDTR 50K is the flagship event of one of Colorado's most beloved community races, celebrating its 29th edition in 2026. Runners start at 7,000 ft on the Torian Plum Lawn and immediately climb over 3,400 ft in the first seven miles through aspen and pine forests to Mt. Werner Summit at 10,400 ft. From the summit, the course traverses alpine terrain to serene Long Lake before looping back via Rainbow Saddle and returning to the resort base. It's a demanding but well-organized race with sweeping views of the Yampa Valley and a strong community ethos — all proceeds go to the Trail Maintenance Endowment Fund for Routt County trails. A cupless race: runners must carry their own hydration device.
Some ultra experience recommended
Steamboat Springs, CO, United StatesAugust 29, 2026
Continental Divide Trail Run 50K is a loop trail race in Steamboat Springs, CO, United States, held on August 29, 2026. The course covers 29.5 miles, climbs 5,300 ft, and has a 9h cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 6,949 ft | — | |
Rainbow Saddle Aid Station | 6.0 | 9,058 ft | — | CrewHike in |
Mt. Werner Summit Aid Station | 8.0 | 10,354 ft | — | |
Long Lake Aid Station | 15.0 | 9,928 ft | — | |
Mt. Werner Aid Station | 22.0 | 10,308 ft | 7h1:00 PM | |
Rainbow Saddle Aid Station | 25.0 | 9,121 ft | — | CrewHike in |
Finish Finish | 29.5 | 6,932 ft | 9h3:00 PM |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Dogs allowed on the 5 Mile course only. No dogs on the 50K or 16 Mile courses.
Course reaches 10,400 ft and traverses several miles above 10,000 ft — acclimate before race day
Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the Colorado Rockies in August; runners above treeline are exposed
Mountain weather can change rapidly — a light shell is strongly recommended
No required gear specified
No recommended gear specified
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