Sheep Mountain Trail Runs
Sheep Mountain Trail Runs is a running, trail running, and ultra race on August 1, 2026 in Fairplay, CO, with entry fees from $100 to $180.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Location
- Platte Drive, Fairplay, CO
- Price
- $100–$180
- Sports
- RunningTrail RunningUltra
From the Organizer
The Human Potential Running Series Presents:
The Sheep Mountain Trail Runs @ Fairplay, CO
Come ready my friends, this mountain throws everything it has at trail and ultra runners alike, challenging you from start to finish at an average elevation over 10,600′. You’ll run amongst these “beautifully difficult” mountains and hills lining the western slope of the South Park Valley. This is the race where you carry #Adversity on your back, if you can handle the burden, you can win the day! Runners looking for a wilderness experience, stunning views, opportunities for technical terrain mixed with remote forest service roads… will fall in love with this course. The Sheep Mountain 50 mile and 50k promises to provide runners with an unforgettable experience that celebrates the history, and rough and tumble nature of this mountain region. The Sheep Mountain Half Marathon is a wonderful introduction into trail running for those looking for a more mellow day. The course features flowing dirt county roads and USFS Fire Road (some of a little rocky).
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
71°
Typical Low
43°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fairplay S Park Rd.
Host City
About Fairplay, CO
Population
851
as of 2023
City Elevation
9,941 ft
Nearest Airport
ASE
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) · 47 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 75 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
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Fairplay than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Sheep Mountain Trail Runs
Aug 1, 2026