Estes Park Marathon

Estes Park Marathon is a high-altitude Colorado road race with Rocky Mountain views, early shuttles, a fast opening descent, and hard late climbs.

Next raceSunday, June 21, 2026
LocationEstes Park, Colorado
Boston qualifierNo

Estes Park Marathon quick facts

  • Mountain road marathon scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026.
  • Rolling start for marathon runners is listed from 5:00 to 5:20 a.m.
  • Starts near The Dao House and uses required shuttle logistics.
  • Six-hour course limit with intermediate cutoff points.

What is the Estes Park Marathon?

Estes Park Marathon is a mountain-town road marathon near Rocky Mountain National Park, with an early point-to-point feel, shuttle logistics, and a demanding six-hour course window.

Estes Park Marathon course route

The marathon starts near The Dao House on CO-7 and opens with a long descent before the climbing and altitude make the later miles much harder than a flat road race. The course closes at 11:00 a.m.

Weather for the Estes Park Marathon

Race morning can be cool before sunrise, then change quickly with altitude, sun, and mountain wind. Layers and conservative early pacing matter more than the downhill start suggests.

Past Estes Park Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, June 21, 2026

Estes Park Marathon FAQ

When is the Estes Park Marathon?

The 2026 Estes Park Marathon is on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

How do I register for the Estes Park Marathon?

You can register for the Estes Park Marathon at raceroster.com.