4927 E. County Road 36, Fort Collins CO
Saturday, November 7th, 2026
Welcome to the Colorado 24 Hour Run
We aim to provide a fun, welcoming race experience that allows everyone to find a challenge, no matter where you’re at on your running journey. Want to see how far you can go in 6, 12 or 24 hours? Or achieve a new furthest distance? What about setting your fastest marathon, 50K or more? You’ve got the time and opportunity with a fully supported 1mi dirt loop that is easy on the eyes and feet. Come run for a day and/or a night and cheer on others as we strive together for our personal bests.
We aspire to not only offer a first-class running experience on the most scenic flat one-mile dirt loop you’ll find in Colorado, but also a top-notch post-race experience that will leave your bellies full and the stories flowing.
Race Information
- Start: Colorado Youth Outdoors - Swift Ponds Campus, Fort Collins, CO.
- Duration: 24 Hours, 12 Hours, 6 Hours
- Elevation: 4,826'
- Terrain: 100% dirt road
Registration Details
24 Hour Race Fees:
Dec 15 - April 30: $150 + $10.00 fee
May 1 - July 31: $175 + $11.50 fee
August 1 - Nov 7: $200 + $13.00 fee
12 Hour Race Fees:
Dec 15 - April 30: $125 + $8.50 fee
May 1 - July 31: $145 + $9.70 fee
August 1 - Nov 7: $165 + $10.90 fee
6 Hour Race Fees:
Dec 15 - April 30: $90 + $6.40 fee
May 1 - July 31: $105 + $7.30 fee
August 1 - Nov 7: $125 + $8.50 fee
Registration Cap: 300
Date: Nov 7-8, 2026
Course &: Aid Stations
The amount of vertical/gain loss on the loop is ZERO (or at least it's so small that any mapping software can’t get beyond the margin of error!)
Runners will reverse direction on the loop every 6 hours. Reversal notices will be posted at the start/finish. When you hear a reversal announced, COMPLETE THE LOOP YOU'RE ON before changing direction.
The course is U.S.A.T.F. certified at 1.0002mi (ID# CO240003MWC).
Aid Stations will include:
- Location: Start/Finish pavilion
- Options: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free
- Menu Items: Sports drink, gels, water, snacks, fruits, sweets, soup, and sandwiches
- Medical Coverage: Provided throughout the event
Race Rules
Race rules are designed to provide a safe and fair experience for everyone involved:
- Runners must cross the lap timing mat ONLY upon the completion of a full loop.
- If a runner leaves the course, THEY MUST RETURN TO THE COURSE AT THE EXACT SAME SPOT to continue.
- Only full laps will be counted in the runners' total.
- Purposeful littering is prohibited and will result in disqualification.
Schedule
Saturday:
| 6:30a MDT: | Campus opens to runners. |
| 7:55a MDT: | Pre-Race Briefing |
| 8:00a MDT: | Course Opens - 24 / 12 / 6 Hr Mass Start |
| 12:00p MDT: | Hot Food Service Begins |
| 2:00p MDT: | 6 Hr Finish + Awards |
| 8:00p MDT: | 12 Hr Finish + Awards |
Parking &: Directions
The main parking lot will be on the northwest corner, about 0.2mi from the start/finish/aid.
Driving Directions: 4927 County Rd 36, Fort Collins, Colorado 80528
Additional Information
Pertaining to the mid-race change from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time, all race clocks will stay on race time (aka DST) until the conclusion of the event.
Find more details and register at this link.
