From the Organizer
Celebrate Independence Day with our annual 4th of July 5K! Join friends, families, runners, and walkers for a fun-filled morning of patriotism, fitness, and community spirit. The course is open to all ages and abilities, featuring plenty of hometown pride. Whether you're racing for a personal best or strolling with family and friends, this event is the perfect way to kick off your holiday celebration.
Events
Weather
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
82°
Typical Low
44°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Saratoga 4n, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
6,881 ft
Nearest Airport
LAR
Laramie Regional Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Steamboat Springs Youth Track & Field Camp
64 miles away
Howelsen Hill Trail Run
64 miles away
SBT TRL
64 miles away
Platte River Independence Day 5K
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Platte River Independence 5K
Jul 4, 2026