Sawmill Trail Runs
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Location
- 12102 S Elk Creek Rd, Pine, CO
- Distance
- 8-Mile · 16-Mile · 50k
From the Organizer
The Human Potential Running Series Presents:
The Sawmill Trail Runs @ Staunton State Park
The Sawmill Trail Runs; first started as a “Fat Ass” event at White Ranch Open Space in Golden, CO in December 2013. We incorporated it into an official trail race starting in December 2017. In 2021, this event was moved to its new home at Staunton State Park in Pine, CO featuring 50k, 16-Mile, and 8-Mile distance options.
Staunton State Park is a gem within Colorado’s State Park system. From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs over 10,000 feet, Staunton State Park’s varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife and provide a myriad of outdoor recreation opportunities. The park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer in Pine, CO.
Special Event Notes: Traction devices such as micro-spikes are welcome should conditions permit. Snowshoes will also be permitted in the event of snow depths exceeding 6″. No other flotation devices will be approved. In the event of deep snow and treacherous conditions on the 50k’s first loop, the loop will be closed and we’ll ask 50k runners to endure the 16-Mile course, twice consecutively.
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
38°
Typical Low
10°
Chance of Rain
14%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bailey, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Pine, CO
Nearest Airport
BJC
Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport · 33 mi
Major Hub
DEN
Denver International Airport · 46 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
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Coming Up
More Running races near Pine, CO
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The Triple Bypass
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Spirit of the West 5K Run/Walk
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Staunton Rocks! Marathon and Half Marathon
Half Marathon
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Sawmill Trail Runs?
- Sawmill Trail Runs is a running race held in Pine, Colorado on December 5, 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 Sawmill Trail Runs?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Pine, Colorado at 12102 S Elk Creek Rd, Pine, CO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Sawmill Trail Runs?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Sawmill Trail Runs
Dec 5, 2026