The Bear Chase Trail Races
Lakewood, Colorado, United States
Oct 3-4, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
5k, 10k, 50k, 50mi, 100k, Half-marathon, Ultra
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Race Information
The Bear Chase Race Endurance Festival is a multi-distance trail running event held at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood, Colorado. Offering 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races, it caters to both novice and seasoned trail runners. The courses feature a mix of dirt and single-track trails, providing challenging yet non-technical terrain with panoramic views. The festival is known for its supportive atmosphere and scenic routes through diverse landscapes. The courses are 95% dirt and single-track trails, offering varied terrain without excessive technical difficulty. A portion of proceeds supports Lakewood's open spaces and partner charities, contributing to community and environmental initiatives.
The race is also part of Aravaipa Running's Bear Chase Race Series, and is all about soaking in the fun and rugged landscapes around Denver.
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✅ Scenic point-to-point course
✅ Multiple distances, including kids run
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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