One of the most beautiful and challenging trail races in Colorado
Devil on the Divide 50K takes place on September 12, 2026 in Empire, CO.
Devil on the Divide 50K is 29.7 miles with 7,360 ft of elevation gain.
No — Devil on the Divide 50K uses open registration; no lottery is required.
Yes, crew is allowed at Devil on the Divide 50K. Sign in to Trailrace to see crew access for each aid station.
No, pacers are not allowed at Devil on the Divide 50K.
Yes, Devil on the Divide 50K allows drop bags.
Devil on the Divide 50K has 5 aid stations along the course.
The overall cutoff for Devil on the Divide 50K is 11h. Per-aid-station cutoffs are available to signed-in Trailrace members.
Other trail races within 42 miles
The flagship event is a point-to-point course that climbs 6,500 feet, reaches a high point of 13,200 feet along the Continental Divide, and keeps 80 percent of its miles above 10,000 feet - making it the highest 50K in Colorado and likely the highest in the United States. The entire course is on dirt, with the majority on singletrack trail. The race requires prior ultra experience to register, and cuts close to 350 participants total across both distances. It has developed a tight-knit community of repeat runners and long-tenured volunteers, and the 2025 edition sold out entirely. It's held each September to take advantage of Colorado's late-summer alpine window before early-season snow arrives.
Some ultra experience recommended
Empire, CO, United StatesSeptember 12, 2026

Must complete a 50K race or longer within the qualification window
Must have previous ultra experience. High altitude experience recommended.
Challenging terrain with rocks, roots, and steep grades

| Location | Mile | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 10,325 ft |
Mile 4 Aid Station | 4.1 | 12,247 ft |
Herman Gulch - Mile 14 Aid Station | 14.1 | 10,325 ft |
Mile 17 Aid Station | 16.7 | 11,699 ft |
Mile 21 Aid Station | 21.1 | 11,850 ft |
Bard Creek - Mile 25.5 Aid Station | 24.9 | 10,246 ft |
Finish Finish | 29.7 | 8,586 ft |
Sign in to see cutoffs, crew access, drop bags, and services for every aid station.
No dogs on course.
No crew rules specified
Weather can be a major factor. Dress accordingly. Be prepared for rain, lighting, hail, snow and freezing temperatures.
No recommended gear specified

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