Bobcat Trail Races
50K | 25K | 10K | 5K
Palmer Park -
Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs, CO
Bobcat Trail Races were created to feature one of Colorado Spring’s best city parks, Palmer Park. Runners will enjoy views of the city and Pikes Peak from the rocky bluffs. Come out and enjoy this amazing trail system, right in the heart of the city! Formerly a Mad Moose Event & graciously passed on to Aravaipa Running starting in 2024.
*Distances may vary slightly each year due to permitting.
Start Times
Saturday, October 17
50K – 7:00 am
25K – 7:30 am
10K – 8:00 am
5K – 8:30 am
Bib Pickup
Saturday, October 176:00 - 8:30 am
Palmer Park Trailhead
3650 Maizeland Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Volunteer
We need help to make Bobcat Trail Race possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!Volunteer Now
Aravaipa Colorado Group Run
Join us in Colorado Springs each and every Monday night at Fossil Craft Beer Co. for a free trail run & social! The run starts at 5:30pm.Live Tracking
Follow the 2026 Bobcat Trail Races with live split points throughout race weekend.Aravaipa Live
Race Registration
| Until 2/14 | Until 8/14 | Until 10/12 | Race Week | |
| 50K | $135 | $150 | $165 | $175 |
| 25K | $90 | $105 | $120 | $130 |
| 10K | $60 | $70 | $80 | $90 |
| 5K | $45 | $50 | $55 | $60 |
Withdrawal Policy
Course Information
Key Stats
Date | Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start Time | 7:00 am
Time Limit | 10 Hours
Distance | 31.0 Miles
Total Elevation Gain | 3,591 feet
Max Elevation | 6,593 feet
Women's Course Record | 5:37:02 - Salynda Heini (2024)
Men's Course Record | 4:24:53 - Gary Messina (2025)
Course Map
CalTopo Course Map
50K Event Details
2022 Bobcat Trail Races | Colorado Springs, CO
Additional Race Info
Results & Photos
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