The Narrow Gauge Races

🏁 The Narrow Gauge Races Overview

• History: Be a part of history -- this is the longest continuously run road race in Colorado! Since 1978, the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango's oldest Memorial Day traditions.
• Location: This year, we’re back at beautiful Santa Rita Park along the Animas River.
• Beneficiaries: The beneficiaries of the races this year are Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Juan County, The Durango Track and Cross Country Teams and The Liberty School.
• Course Details: The 10 Miler will climb from the river trail up to Fort Lewis College with the best views of the La Plata Mountains past Hillcrest Golf course. The descent route is to be determined.

🎉 Race Options

• 10 Mile Run: A challenging race with stunning views.
• 5K Race: Heads south from Santa Rita Park and is an out and back entirely along the roaring Animas River Trail.
• Kids' Fun Run: Parents can join in on the Kids' Fun Run.
• Activity Weekend: It is one of the most exciting weekends of the year: Iron Horse/Memorial Day Weekend.

🏆 Event Highlights

• Multisport Challenge: A great race for those who want to make it a biathlon weekend or who are cheering on the bikers on Saturday and want their own footrace on Sunday.
• All-in Participants: Some racers may do all three: Narrow Horse 1500 Meter Swim on Friday, The Iron Horse Bike Race on Saturday and a Narrow Gauge Road Race on Sunday!
• Extras: There will be music, food, a sweet T-shirt and a custom 16oz can glass for all 10 mile and 5k racers.
• Discount Opportunity: Are you a Durango Running Club member? Members get a 10% discount. Make sure you are logged in to your Runsignup account and that your membership is current before registering, and the discount will automatically apply.

🕒 Race Times

• 10 Mile: 8:00 am
• 5K: 8:10 am
• Kids' Fun Run: FREE at 9:45 am

🎁 Registration Gift

• Included Items: 10 Mile and 5K participants will receive a t-shirt and 16 oz can glass.
• Size Guarantee: Note: Our deadline for t-shirts is Friday, May 3. You can still sign up, but we can’t guarantee your size if you register after the deadline, sorry!

📦 Packet Pick-Up

• Timing: Packet pick-up will be on Saturday before the race from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Durango Running Company.
• Race Day: On race morning, packet pick-up starts at 7:00 am at the starting line.

📅 Race Details

• Date: 2025-05-25
• Location: Santa Rita Park, Durango, CO
• More Information: Visit the official race page.