16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 2026 Rundola: Run for Good
From the Organizer
BIB & T-SHIRT PICK UP DATES & TIMES
UNDER THE WHITE TELLURIDE FOUNDATION TENT
Thursday, July 2
3 PM - 6 PM
Oak Street Gondola Plaza
Friday, July 3
9 AM - 1 PM
Oak Street Gondola Plaza
The 16th Annual Telluride Foundation: Run for Good
Telluride's Fourth of July Foot Race
What: The 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola benefitting the Good Neighbor Fund. The Rundola is an open registration uphill foot race from Telluride to San Sophia ridge via the Telluride Trail. Beginning this year, Rundola will feature a single course route via the Telluride Trail. U.S. Forest Service permitting allows for only one approved course. We appreciate your understanding and are excited to continue bringing hikers and runners the incredible mountain experience and community spirit that make the Rundola such a special tradition.
Where: Runners start at the base of the gondola on the town of Telluride side and finish at the top of the ridge. Runners and hikers will climb up the Telluride Trail (4,600 feet long, 40 feet wide with a 13% grade) There is an elevation gain of 1,810 feet.
When: The run will start at 7:30 A.M. on July 4th. Runners should walk back to Telluride or Mountain Village after the race. The finish line & timing will close at 9:30 a.m.
Who: Anyone who wants to race, run, hike! You must be registered and have a race bib to participate. No dogs, please!
Categories: By age group & gender (13 years & under; 14-18 years; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69, 70-79, 80+)
Why: Along with incorporating a fun outdoor challenge into our community's 4th of July festivities, all proceeds from the Rundola benefit The Good Neighbor Fund (GNF). GNF provides emergency assistance for local families and individuals with limited resources in times of financial crisis. The goal of the GNF is to help individuals stay in the community and households stay intact during times of financial crisis. The Fund achieves this by providing one-time hardship grants to assist with certain qualified needs, including housing, transportation or medical treatment.
Awards: Podium and breakfast will be held at Oak at 9 a.m. Medals will be awarded to the top 3 athletes in each category. Fastest Overall Woman & Fastest Overall Man receive a grand prize.
2026 Sponsors: Alpine Bank, The Basis Point, Exceptional Stays, Latitude Insurance, Telluride Luxury, Telluride Properties / Forbes & Two Skirts.
Partners: Thank you to Oak Restaurant, Telluride Ski & Golf, U.S. Forest Service, and the Town of Mountain Village
NO REFUNDS, NO BIB TRANSFERS. No bib or swag pick up after 7:20 am (if swag is still available) on July 4th.
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Telluride 4wnw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Telluride, CO
Population
2,595
as of 2023
Elevation
8,726 ft
Nearest Airport
TEX
Telluride Regional Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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- Race
- 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good?
- 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good is a running race held in Telluride, Colorado on July 4, 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 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Telluride, Colorado at 250 San Juan Ave. [Oak Street Gondola Plaza], Telluride, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
16th Annual Telluride Foundation Rundola: Run for Good
Jul 4, 2026