Run the Rockies Trail Running Race

Run the Rockies Trail 10k & Half Marathon

Saturday, August 14, 2021

COVID19 Update

We continue to monitor regulations and recommendations regarding group gatherings during these unprecedented times. We are working with our local permitting agencies as well as following guidance from Summit County Public Health. The health and safety of our race participants, staff, volunteers, and the Frisco community is our top priority. We will have a final decision made regarding the 2021 Run the Rockies trail races on May 14, 2021. Thank you for your patience and understanding as you wait for a decision regarding the Run the Rockies trail races.

Please email Linsey Joyce with any questions.

The Run the Rockies Trail 10k and Half Marathon will lead runners through the Frisco Peninsula trails with breathtaking views of Lake Dillon and the Ten Mile Range. This is a great course for a first time half-marathoner or runner looking for a fun course that offers single track and dirt road trails. Racers will start and finish at the Frisco Day Lodge; all racers will receive a piece of commemorative race gear.

Registration

If we are permitted to host this event, online registration will open at 8:00am on Friday, May 14, 2021.

Cancellation Policy

In order to receive a full refund, racers must email the race director by July 12, 2021; no refunds will be issued after this time.

Packet Pick-Up

Early bib pick up is encouraged and racers may pick up their bibs at a drive-through pick up at the Frisco Nordic Center Parking Lot at Lodge, 616 Recreation Way, on August 13 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Bib pick-up will also take place from 6:30am – 8:15am on the day of the race at the Frisco Day Lodge.

If you are having a friend pick up your bib for you, please print out the event waiver, sign it and have your friend turn it in. No signed waiver = no bib.

Start Times

TBD pending Public Health guidelines.

Maps

2020 Run the Rockies Trail 10k Map *please note that this course is actually 6.6 miles long

2020 Run the Rockies Trail Half Marathon Map *please note that this course is actually 12.5 miles long

Timing

Professional timing services will be provided by Maverick Sports. Races will be chip-timed.

Cut Off Time

The cut off time for both the 10k and the half marathon is 12:30pm. Any racer not through the finish line by this time will not receive an official time. Anyone who would like to walk the race is highly encouraged to register for the 10k.

Aid Stations

There will be aid stations on course. Exact location will be posted once the race course is finalized.

Racers will be asked to carry their own hydration system; there will be limited water on the race course and aid station food will be pre-packaged or prefilled in single use cups by aid station staff and volunteers.

Hand sanitizer will be available for racers to use at each aid station.

Awards

Overall: The top 3 male/female runners in each race will receive a prize (overall winners are not eligible for age category prizes)

Age Category Winners: A prize will be given to the first place winner in each of the following age categories: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80+

Post Race Party

TBD pending Public Health guidelines.

Trail Courtesy

The races will take place on Town of Frisco/USFS trails; all of which are open to the public. Please leave strollers and pets at home for this race and be respectful of other users.

Walkers

Anyone who would like to walk the race is highly encouraged to register for the 10k. Walkers are welcome to participant in the half marathon however, please note the 12:00pm cut off time listed above.

Racer Responsibility

You are running this race at your own risk. You will encounter mountainous terrain. You could encounter hazardous weather or wildlife during this race. The race director reserves the right to cancel, delay or postpone the race due to inclement weather. There are no refunds available.

Running with Music

If you choose to wear headphones during the race, we ask that you remove one ear bud. It is important that all racers can hear what is going on around them. Racers must be respectful of other trail users.