Box Canyon Trail Races

Box Canyon Trail Races

Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 in Telluride, CO

Box Canyon 30K

This scenic and tough loop takes runners through the high country of Telluride, Colorado. The course ascends towards Bridal Veil Falls, passes the Smuggler-Union Hydroelectric Plant, and reaches a high point of 13,000ft on Wasatch Junction. Runners will descend singletrack and use the Wasatch Connector trail for their final ascent to the top of Telluride Ski Resort before finishing back in town. This is a high alpine mountain race with roughly 5,800 ft. of vertical gain on varied terrain.

MAP: https://caltopo.com/m/DSTSD

More info: https://www.confluenceeventsllc.com/boxcanyon-the-courses

Box Canyon 10 Mile

This stunning loop ascends the deep canyon of Bear Creek, gaining elevation until treeline where it ascends to the top of the Telluride Ski Resort. The course offers massive views deep into the San Juan Mountains. Runners will then descend along double track and singletrack through the ski resort, finishing back in the town of Telluride. This 10-mile race has approximately 3,500 ft. of total elevation gain.

MAP: https://caltopo.com/m/G2LNQ

More info: https://www.confluenceeventsllc.com/boxcanyon-the-courses

Bib Pick Up

Bib pick up is Friday before raceday from 3-6 PM at the Jagged Edge Equipment Garage (in the alley behind the store) and on raceday at the start line-Oak Street Gondola plaza. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your assigned start time if picking up on Saturday.

Start Times

• 30K: 6:30 AM
• 10 Mile: 7:00 AM

Note: This is a mountain race. Runners are responsible for carrying rain gear and warm clothes. Early starts are to avoid possible afternoon storms.

Volunteer

Sign up to volunteer using this link: https://www.confluenceeventsllc.com/volunteer

Refund, Rollover and Transfer Policy

• Refunds: 70% refund if canceled 30 or more days before the race date. No refunds after this date.
• Rollovers: 80% discounted entry to the following year if requested before the race date.
• Transfers: Contact organizers to transfer registration to someone else.

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