Valkyrie Trail Race
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Event overview
Valkyrie Trail Race is a women-focused trail running event organized by Mad Moose Events. It takes place on May 9, 2026, at Cheyenne Mountain State Park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The course begins on crushed limestone meadows and then moves onto singletrack that climbs toward ridgelines, descends into pine-shaded canyons, and includes rocky, technical sections. Registration includes entry into Cheyenne Mountain State Park, a custom race shirt, and a finisher's medal.
Distances, courses and logistics
- 50K
- Marathon
- 30K
- Half Marathon
- 8 Miler
- 4 Miler
Courses share a lowest point of about 6,017 feet. Most distances reach a highest point near 6,873 feet; the 4 Mile reaches about 6,302 feet. Reported elevation gain and loss by distance: 50K about 4,259 feet, Marathon about 3,586 feet, 30K about 2,470 feet, Half Marathon about 1,791 feet, 8 Mile about 1,129 feet, and 4 Mile about 433 feet. Aid stations are cupless; water dispensers will be available at the start/finish area and at every aid station for filling bladders, bottles, and reusable cups. Packet pickup is listed for Friday, May 8, 2026, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Colorado Running Company, 5262 North Nevada Avenue #140, Colorado Springs, CO 80918. Chip timing is used and chips are attached to the shoe. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.