Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Location
- Riverside Park, Salida, CO
- Distance
- Beas Knees Citizens' Race · Boys' National Championship · Girls' National Championship
From the Organizer
The National High School Trail Championship (NHSTC) is a 5.4 mile trail race for high school athletes and includes 2026 high school graduates and incoming freshmen. The fourth running of the NHSTC will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Salida, Colorado. The race will feature switchbacks, climbs, descents and rocks to give athletes the opportunity to showcase their strength, finesse and trail running prowess.
Not an incoming high school freshman, an outgoing high school senior or somewhere in between? Not to worry. The Beas Knees, a citizens race, has you covered and will allow you to test your trail running on the very 5.4 mile course that will serve as the National High School Trail Championships later that morning. The Beas Knees will set off in the cool morning, mountain air at 7:20 a.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
86°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Salida, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Salida, CO
Population
5,786
as of 2023
Elevation
7,090 ft
Nearest Airport
GUC
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport · 51 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 73 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships?
- Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships is a running race held in Salida, Colorado on July 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships?
- Saturday, July 25, 2026 in Salida, Colorado at Riverside Park, Salida, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Beas Knees Citizens' Race and National High School Trail Championships
Jul 25, 2026