HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon
From the Organizer
The 18th Annual Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon returns to Highlands Ranch on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. This 13.1-mile race winds through the Douglas County East/West Trail and the scenic Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area—offering singletrack, hills, and breathtaking views at every turn.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers:
1st – $600 | 2nd – $400 | 3rd – $200
Whether you're chasing a personal best or taking on the trails for the first time, this race delivers a rewarding test of endurance and Colorado beauty.
All participants will receive the following:
- Long sleeve technical race shirt
- Custom race bib
- Custom finisher medal
- Pancake breakfast from Flippin' Flapjacks
- Post-race beers compliments of Living the Dream Brewing
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
56°
Typical Low
29°
Chance of Rain
16%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Denver Centennial Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lone Tree, CO
Population
14,136
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
DEN
Denver International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
152
Days to train
- Race
- HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon
- Date
- November 7, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon?
- HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon is a running race held in Lone Tree, Colorado on November 7, 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 HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Lone Tree, Colorado at 11033 Monarch Blvd, Lone Tree, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon
Nov 7, 2026