Stories Trail Runs
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Event overview
Stories Trail Runs is a two-day winter trail running event presented by the Human Potential Running Series at Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs, CO. The weekend is scheduled for February 21-22, 2026 and has a combined runner capacity of 225. Registration for the 2026 event opens October 1, 2025. The main staging area and aid station are at the Swift Puma Campground, which is also the start/finish area for all loops.
Races, course and logistics
The event offers timed ultras and traditional distances:
- 6-Hour (timed, multi-loop format)
- 15-Hour (timed, multi-loop format)
- 10k (trail)
- Half Marathon (trail)
- 20-Mile (trail)
Timed events use a sequence of distinct loops rather than a single short loop. Loop details (examples):
- Red: 2.81 miles, 354 ft gain
- Green: 3.72 miles, 493 ft gain
- Blue: 5.68 miles, 802 ft gain
- Purple: 7.38 miles, 1,121 ft gain
- Gold (final-hour loop): 0.81 miles, 83 ft gain
The 15-hour sequence totals 19.59 miles and 2,769 ft gain; the 6-hour sequence (Red+Green) totals 6.53 miles and 847 ft gain per sequence. Every loop starts and finishes at the main aid station. There are preliminary cut-offs for final laps and participants must complete their last loop within their event window. Camping options are included for certain entries. Weather is unpredictable in February; snow and mud are possible. Organizers reserve the right to alter the course or cancel the event; permit rules and no-refund policy apply for cancellation or major logistical changes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.