Fun trail 5K near Denver — great for trail running beginners

No Service Requirement

Does not require trail or volunteer work

No qualifier race required

Suitable for first-timers

A welcoming trail 5K on the Douglas County East-West Regional Trail in Highlands Ranch with rolling terrain and 374 feet of elevation gain. The short out-and-back course has no aid stations — ideal for first-time trail runners, families, and younger athletes.

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

No Service Requirement

Does not require trail or volunteer work

No qualifier race required

Suitable for first-timers

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

Location	Mile	Elevation
Start Start	0.0	6,056 ft
Finish Finish	3.1	6,053 ft

Location	Mile	Elevation
Start Start	0.0	6,056 ft
Finish Finish	3.1	6,053 ft

Mountain Ridge Trail Race 5K

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What Makes It Great

Difficulty