Red Feather Lakes, CO, United States · Friday, September 25, 2026
Fixed Distance 50 mi
Red Feather Trail Jamboree - 50mi
9 days to go
80 km Distance
1,560 m Climbing
6.3 Grit · Hardcore
What the course asks
Climbing rate 20 m / km
Rolling. Moderate undulations. Requires consistent effort across varying grades.
Time limit 16 hours
12:00 min/km average. Generous. Walkable throughout for most of the field. About average for a 50 mi. Measured against 455 races of the same distance. Cut-off calculator →
Field size ~60 Mid-sized. Company early, well spread out by halfway.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, September
Daytime high 20°C
Night low 5°C
Rainfall Mostly dry
Daylight 12 h 05 m of light
Regional 2001-2020 average for September — NASA POWER, grid elevation 2414 m. Not a forecast.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 80 km of trail with 1,560 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes20 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition80 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration VestsPole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles1,560 m of ascent to walk up.
- HeadlampsA 16 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Course Notes
Start at the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, Red Feather Lakes region in Northern Colorado! 70-80% singletrack, 20-30% dirt road
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.