Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival
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Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival
The Human Potential Running Series presents the Sangre de Cristo Trail Festival on Saturday September 26 to Sunday September 27, 2026. The event is held at Music Meadows Ranch / Greenhorn start-finish, adjacent to the Grape Creek Trailhead near Westcliffe, CO. The combined field capacity is 350 runners; the 100-mile race is limited to 50 entrants. The course follows the Rainbow Trail in the Sangre de Cristo mountains and uses multiple aid stations. Weather at this time of year is variable; average high about 70°F and average low about 35°F.
Race details and logistics
Distances offered:
- 8-Mile
- 27k
- 50k
- 50-Mile
- 100k
- 100-Mile
Included items listed are a gender-specific race shirt and a finisher’s medal. Aid stations are described as well stocked. The 100-mile finishers receive a Sangre de Cristo 100-mile buckle; all finishers receive a unique finisher award. Mid-race drop-downs are allowed for several distances at designated locations. Pacers are not allowed for the 8-Mile, 27k, or 50k; pacers are allowed for 50-Mile, 100k, and 100-Mile with specified pickup points. Drop bags are permitted at Music Meadows and select aid stations. Camping is allowed with tents, camper vans, roof-top tents, and very limited trailers under 12' in length; sleeping in a vehicle is free but tent camping requires a reserved space. The event runs under permits from the U.S. Forest Service, San Isabel National Forest – San Carlos Ranger District, and private landowners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.