West Elk Challenge Trail Marathon
Delta County, Colorado, United States
Oct 3, 2026 - Saturday
30k, Marathon
Race Information
The West Elk Challenge is a point-to-point trail marathon (with a 30K option) through Western Colorado’s North Fork Valley and West Elk Mountains at peak fall colors. But it’s also something bigger: 100% of proceeds fund scholarships for Nature Connection’s summer camps.
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📍Colorado Springs - Saturday October 3, 2026
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😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ Scenic point-to-point course
✅ Multiple distances, including kids run
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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