Hahns Peak Vertical Trail Race

🏔️ Welcome to Hahns Peak Hill Climb

Welcome to another year of epic fun, memories and vertical, with the Hahns Peak Hill Climb. This is an 8 mile out and back trail run that starts at the Quarry Lot (FS550 + HWY 129) north of Hahns Peak Village, CO. The EPIC course runs 4 miles up to the top of Hahns Peak and the fire lookout tower built in 1912. The final push to the summit is dominated by a talus slope. Racers will turnaround at the tower, following the trail 4 miles back down to the finish line.

🎉 Race History

• Started in 2017: The event originated at the base of Hahns Peak in North Routt County.
• Community Roots: Local runners gathered at the Cabins at Historic Columbine every 4th of July.
• Elevation: The peak stands at 10,839 feet with breathtaking 360-degree views.
• Course Sharing: The race celebrates the beauty of Hahns Peak by inviting participants from all over.

💡 New Start Times

NEW for 2024 - Two start times/waves. The main event and race will kick off at 8:30am. For those that may need a bit more time to reach the summit and return to the start/finish line for festivities, we are providing an earlier wave start of 7:30am.

• Early Start: Contact Lisa Renee Tumminello at Ltumminello@msn.com or 720-339-6924 for an early start request.
• Course Safety: Volunteers may not be fully present at 7:30am: participants must carry their own supplies.
• Prize Eligibility: Racers starting at 7:30am are not eligible for category prizes.
• Raffle Entry: Early starters remain eligible for the raffle drawing.

⏳ Time Cutoff and Safety

Turnaround Time/Cutoff on Course: To ensure the safety of racers and volunteers, a cutoff time of 10:00am will be enforced at the intersection where the single track starts.

• Safety Reminder: After 10:00am, athletes can continue to the summit unsupported.
• Last Assistance Point: The intersection is the last point for a 4-wheeler ride down if assistance is needed.
• Trail Access: The course is open to the public, allowing for unsupported continuing.
• Volunteer Support: Volunteers will start clearing the course post-10:00am.

📍 Event Details

• Distance: 8 miles
• Location: Hahns Peak, Quarry Lot, Clark, CO
• Date: Saturday, July 5th, 2025

📝 Registration

Register online until July 5th at 6:00 PM. On-site registration will be available from 07:15am to 8:15 am at the start line.

• Fees: 8 Mile: $40: racers 17 & under: $15.
• Price Increase: Registration fees increase by $10 on race day.
• T-Shirt Fee: $15: preferred size assured if registered by June 26th.
• No Refunds: Proceeds support Steamboat Springs Track & Field and Cross Country programs.

🏆 Awards and Post Race

Prizes for 1st-3rd place adult male & female and 1st-3rd for youth male & female (for eligible athletes that begin in the race wave at 8:30am).

• Raffle Entry: Every participant is automatically entered in the prize raffle.
• Presence Required: Must be present at the start/finish line during the raffle to win.
• Awards Ceremony: Follows the race, celebrating top performers.
• Contact: Race Director Lisa Renee Tumminello at ltumminello@msn.com or 720-339-6924.

📊 Course Records

• Male Record: Avery Collins – 58:54 (2017 old course): Kory Skattum (2023) - 1:04:32.
• Female Record: Mariah Weigel – 1:10:26 (2017 old course): Penelope Freeman – 1:22:09.

🚗 Driving Directions/Parking Information

Head north out of Steamboat on Hwy 129/Elk River Road. Drive 30 miles north, past Hahns Peak Village and the Columbine Cabins to Forest Rd 550. The Quarry Lot is on the right. Parking may be tight so PLEASE CARPOOL. Please allow at least 45 minutes driving time from Steamboat Springs.

🌟 Join Us

For more information and to register, visit Hahns Peak Hill Climb.