Kennebec Mountain Run

Kennebec Mountain Run

Join us for the Kennebec Mountain Run, a challenging 15-mile trail run through the stunning La Plata Mountains of southwest Colorado. Test your alpine running skills on this rugged course that features 3,100 feet of elevation gain, topping out at 12,200 feet through Kennebec Pass! Enjoy sweeping views of the Animas River and Dolores River valleys, and alpine wildflowers in full bloom. Established in 2001, KMR has become a local favorite. We are proud to support La Plata County Search & Rescue with all proceeds from this non-profit event!

Race Description

The Kennebec Mountain Run is a challenging 15-mile trail run through the stunning La Plata Mountains of southwest Colorado.

This rugged course features 3,100 feet of elevation gain, topping out at 12,200 feet through Kennebec Pass!

Enjoy sweeping views of the Animas River and Dolores River valleys, and alpine wildflowers in full bloom.

Registration

This event is capped at 150 runners, and will fill up.

Refund Policy: No refunds, deferrals, or transfers. If you cannot run for any reason, please know your entry fee is going to a very good cause: La Plata County Search & Rescue (LPCSAR). Thank you for supporting them!

Should the entire event be cancelled, we will offer an option to defer to the following year, or to request a partial refund.

Because this event benefits LPCSAR, we require all participants to have an active Colorado Search & Rescue (CORSAR) Card. If you do not have one, you may purchase a CORSAR card online for $3.

Course Info

The KMR course switches directions each year:

• Clockwise during ODD years (2025, 2027 etc)
• Counterclockwise during EVEN years (2026, 2028 etc)

There is ONE aid station that you will pass through TWO times:

• Aid #1: The Fork, mile 4.2
• Aid #2: The Fork, mile 10.4

Aid station will provide water and Tailwind. Please carry any additional fuel you may want during the race. You MUST carry your own hydration system. We strive to minimize the amount of waste and do not plan to provide cups at the aid station.

While first-responders are present, response time may be impacted by rugged mountain terrain. Participants are ultimately responsible for any evacuation.

Event Info

Bib Pickup

• Fri, Aug 1: Durango Running Company, 473 E College Dr, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
• Sat, Aug 2: La Plata Campground (start/finish area) from 6:30am to 7:25am.

There is NO race day entry.

Start Time

The race begins at 7:30am sharp! Please plan accordingly.

Directions, Carpool & Parking

Driving from Durango (about 30 minutes): Drive 11 miles west of Durango on US-160. Turn north onto La Plata Canyon Road (CR 124) at the Kennebec Café. Proceed 8 miles to La Plata CG (3 miles beyond end of pavement). Do a U-turn at La Plata CG and park on the southbound shoulder of CR 124. (Please DO NOT obstruct traffic on CR 124 and DO NOT obstruct access to La Plata City CG!).

Parking at La Plata CG is extremely limited, so to remain in good favor with the USFS, we are asking runners to carpool.

Cut-Off Policy

While we no longer enforce a time-based cut-off, we reserve the right to enforce an emergency cut-off in the event of inclement weather and/or course conditions that pose a danger to runners or volunteers. Failing to comply with such a cut-off will result in disqualification, and a permanent ban from this event in future years. Runner and volunteer safety is our top priority.

Awards & Post-Race

Top three overall male and female finishers will win the highly-coveted, freshly-baked KMR pies!

We will conduct a raffle for free running shoes from Durango Running Company.

There will be burritos, beer, and other refreshments.