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Ranked “top 7 Most Scenic half marathon in the usa” by forbes magazine! Join us!

  • Early: Until December 1st

    • Marathon $75
    • Half marathon $65
    • Longs Peak 5K $35
  • Second Price tier: Dec 2nd to December 31st

    • Marathon $95
    • Half marathon $75
    • Longs Peak 5K $40
  • Third Price tier: January 1st until February 29th

    • Marathon $ 100
    • Half Marathon $ 85
    • Longs Peak 5K $45
  • Fourth Price tier: March 1st until April 30th

    • Marathon $ 110
    • Half Marathon $95
    • Longs Peak 5K $45
  • Final: May 1st to Race Day

    • Marathon $120
    • Half Marathon $105
    • Longs Peak 5K $50
  • Marathon: Saturday, 6:30am-5:00pm and Sunday, starting at 4:00am to 7:15AM at the Estes Park High School commons.
  • Half-Marathon: Saturday, 6:30am-5:00pm and Sunday, starting at 4:00am to 7:15AM at the Estes Park High School commons.
  • Longs Peak 5K: Saturday, 6:30- 7:45AM, Estes Park Visitor Center Parking Structure Plaza, 645 CO-7, Estes Park, CO 80517
  • Marathon
    • FINISHER CERTIFICATES– All marathon finishers will be emailed a finisher certificate after the race.
    • FINISHER MEDAL to all who cross the finish line!
    • AWARDS: Age Group Awards for the Marathon: 19 & under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50- 59, 60- 69, 70 -79, 80+. Overall Masters category- 40 years and older.
    • AWARD ANNOUNCED: Marathon awards will be announced at 10:30AM.
  • Half Marathon
    • FINISHER MEDAL to all who cross the finish line!
    • AWARDS: Age Group Awards for the Half-Marathon: 19 & under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50- 59, 60- 69, 70 -79, 80+. Overall Masters category- 40 years and older.
    • AWARD ANNOUNCED: Half Marathon awards will be announced at 9:30AM.
  • Longs Peak 5K
    • FINISHER MEDAL to all who cross the finish line!
    • Age Group Awards: 19 & under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50- 59, 60- 69, 70 -79, 80+
    • AWARD ANNOUNCED: Longs Peak 5K will be announced at 9:00AM.

Marathon: Rolling start. Marathon & Half Marathon Walkers begin 5:00AM; Runners to 5:10AM to 5:30AM, register for earliest bus drop off.

Half Marathon : Rolling start. ALL Walkers begin 5:00AM; Runners 5:30-7:30 AM (after the last bus drops off runners)

Longs Peak 5Miler: Mass start 8:00AM, northeast of the High School building & The Observatory

  • Marathon
    • Start location: The Dao House, 6120 CO- Hwy 7. Start line is located at the lower parking lot, same location as the Half Marathon.
    • Transportation to Start Line: All Marathon participants must take the provided Rocky Mountain Transit buses to the Dao House start line area. Estes Park Marathon participants will be picked-up from the Estes Park High School parking lot beginning at 4:00AM.  Runners will sign up for their bus departure time at registration. Sign up is first come, first serve. Register early to secure your favorite bus time. There is NO transportation provided to return to start area post race. Runners are allowed to be dropped off by private vehicles across from the entrance to the Dao House property. NO PRIVATE VEHICLES ARE ALLOWED ONTO THE DAO HOUSE PROPERTY. NO EXCEPTIONS.
    • Start Support: Several Porta Potties are provided. NO GEAR DROP OFF. Once runners disembark from bus, they can use the restroom and/or line up in start line to begin their glorious run!
  • Half Marathon
    • Dao House, on CO Highway 7, lower parking lot.
    • Transportation: All Half Marathon participants must take the provided Rocky Mountain Transit buses to the Dao House. The Estes Park Half Marathon participants will be picked-up from the Estes Park High School parking lot beginning at 5:00AM. We ask that runners take the FREE buses to start line as it reduces traffic on the Highway 7 course.
    • As a runner YOU will appreciate the quiet and inspired views without additional vehicles on the road. PLEASE, select your bus time at registration and NOT drive to the Dao House. We thank you for your cooperation!
    • Start Line Support: Runners will be welcomed by the Dao House and can immediately line up in Start Line Corral. Several Porto-let Restrooms will be available at Start Area. NO Gear drop will be provided.
  • Longs Peak 5 Miler
    • Start Line Location: NE of Estes Park High School and Observatory.
  • Aid Stations & Water Stations: Provided approximately every 2 miles. Beginning at MM6, Aid stations offer: VFuel Endurance Gels, VFuel Endurance drink & water. Water Stations offer: Water & Gatorade.
  • Public Restrooms & PP: PP located at the Dao House and at ALL Aid Stations. Public Restrooms are located around the Lake Estes Trail. See printable course map.

Estes Park is a small community with a big heart. We take pride in our generous community sponsorship. We invite you to support our local sponsors. See the local area information below and visit our sponsor page to check on who has made this race possible!

DIRECTIONS TO ESTES PARK MARATHON

FROM THE DENVER AREA AND BOULDER:

Drive north on I-25 to Hwy 66. Drive west through Lyons, Colorado. Take Hwy 36 west to Estes Park. When you drive into the Estes Valley you will drive across Lake Estes on the causeway. As soon as you cross the causeway turn left on Community Dr. At the end of the road there is a stop sign at Manford Ave. Enter the large parking area to your left. Follow the signs to Estes Park High School – registration and packet pick-up is located in the Student Center. Race start locations are in the car park areas and are well signed..

FROM CHEYENNE, GREELEY, LOVELAND AND FORT COLLINS:

Drive south on I-25 to Hwy 34. Drive west through Loveland, Colorado. Stay on Hwy 34 to Estes Park. Once in Estes Park turn left at the 1st traffic light onto Hwy 36. Then turn right just before the 1st traffic light onto Hwy 7. Turn left at the 1st traffic light onto Manford Ave. Manford Ave ends at the school district. Enter the large parking area to your left. Follow the signs to Estes Park High School – registration and packet pick-up is located in the Student Center. Race start locations are in the car park areas and are well signed.

FROM THE WEST:

Take I-70 east through Idaho Springs, Colorado. Soon after Idaho Springs exit onto Hwy 6 to the traffic light at Hwy 119. Turn left and drive through Black Hawk, Colorado. Continue on Hwy 119 to Nederland, Colorado. In Nederland turn left onto Hwy 72. Drive through Ward, Colorado on Hwy 72 to Hwy 7 near Allenspark, Colorado. Turn left on Hwy 7 and drive through Allenspark and Meeker Park to Estes Park. In Estes Park turn right at the 1st traffic light onto Manford Ave. Manford Ave ends at the school district. Enter the large parking area to your left. Follow the signs to Estes Park High School – registration and packet pick-up is located in the Student Center. Race start locations are in the car park areas and are well signed.

ACCOMMODATIONS & PLANNING

Visit Estes Park provides up to date information about Estes Park lodging, camping, events, dining and must see venues. We recommend incorporating Visit Estes Park into your travel planning.

Estes Park News is a wonderful resource for local event planning, updates on community information and fantastic photos!

THE PEAK operates free, daily shuttles service during the peak summer tourism season and limited weekly service in late fall and early winter. This seasonal service runs Memorial Day through mid October.   For maps and shuttle routes THE PEAK.

The Estes Park Shuttle offers transportation from Denver International Airport (DIA) to Estes Park. At a very reasonable rate, you will arrive safely and to your destination’s door step. The Estes Park Shuttle offers charters for groups.

The Dao House 6120 CO Hwy 7, sponsors the Start Lines for the Marathon & Half Marathon. Beautiful mountain lodging.

The 7 Keys Lodge,  4900 CO Hwy 7, this historic property offers updated lodging, live music, dining, and creative cocktails.  Located across from Lily Lake at RMNP.

Taharaa Mountain Lodge & Twin Owls Steakhouse,  3110 South Saint Vrain Ave, CO Hwy 7, big views, updated lodging, fine dining and creative cocktails.

YMCA of the Rockies is a year round vacation family vacation center conference facility just minutes away from RMNP.See the YMCA of the Rockies website for more information on the accommodations.

The Estes Park Resort is on the water front of Lake Estes. This grand lodge offers views, great dining, and easy access to the 5k start line!

The Stanley Hotel is Estes Park’s historic and luxury hotel. The Lodge is newly renovated and is a B & B. See their picture gallery here. Make reservations early for any summer stays as The Lodge and hotel fill quickly. Go to their website or follow on Facebook for up to date events and special features!

McGregor Mountain Lodge, along Fall River Road, is a big supporter of the Estes Park Marathon and the Estes Park Running Club events. Their lodging offers sweeping views of Deer Mountain and the Continental Divide. We encourage you to contact them for race weekend accommodations or throughout the year.

Rams Horn Village Resort, located next to Rocky Mountain National Park’s Hwy 36 entrance, offers luxury cabins and recreational grounds for the entire family. We recommend this year-round resort!

Solitude Cabins is located across the road from the finish line area. This year-round lodging offers views and lots of wildlife!

Boulder Brook on Fall River is tucked into Pine trees and the banks of the beautiful Fall River. You will experience a peaceful and serene stay while at Boulder Brook. Located just a few miles from the Hwy 34 entrance to Rocky Mountain National Park

DINING

Poppy’s Pizza & Grill

Mama Rose’s Italian

You Need Pie

Kind Coffee

Bird and Jim

RACE WEEKEND INFORMATION

DATE: June 16th, 2024

Start time: ROLLING START. ALL Walkers, 5:00AM; Marathon runners begin 5:10AM

Location: Dao House Lodge All Marathon info here  

DATE: June 16th, 2024

Start time: ROLLING START. Walkers, 5:00AM; Runners, 5:30AM- 7:30AM

Location: Dao House lower parking lot. All Half Marathon info here

The Estes Park Half Marathon is part of the Colorado Mountain Half Marathon Series. Experience 5 amazing Colorado courses in the summer and the fall, starting with the Estes Park Half Marathon! Register for all 5 races and save!

SATURDAY, June 15th, 2024

Start time: 8:00AM

Location: Northeast of the High School building and The Observatory

Colorado’s best mountain views along the Longs Peak 5 Miler


SATURDAY, June 15th, 2024

Festival Time: 9:00AM- 11:30PM, all ages welcome!

Location: Estes Park Track and Field (adjacent to High School)

Games, Crafts led by EVICS: 9:00AM- 10:30AM

KIDS RUN RACES: 10:30- 11:30AM, led by Estes Park High School Cross-Country-Track Teams

FUN RUN! Start Time: 10:30AM – 11:00AM (for ages 4 – 12 years)

Find all info here

WEATHER
Some weather related info
AREA INFO
More information regarding lodging, roads, ...
MERCHANDISE
Buy t-shirts to support us and remember your run
FAQ
A selection of frequently asked questions

We like to thank

Our Instagram feed – Don’t forget to tag your pictures ! #estesparkmarathon
The Estes Park Marathon was featured
in Runner’s World Magazine

What other runners are saying

Jennifer
2014

“Thanks for an awesome race! I give you guys an A+ on the frequent water stations, porta potties… and of course, the views!”

Belle
2007

“Do this run to celebrate all that you love about running. . . and to experience the grandeur of a spectacular part of the world.”

Martina Ritchie

Ran the Half. Loved everything. Water stops were fully stocked for the entire Half, unbelievable! Wonderful volunteers. Beautiful course. Don’t know why the race is so small. Am definitely running it next year!

R. B. from Kansas City, MO
2015

This was my first marathon, and I can’t speak highly enough about my experience at this race. Great volunteers, AMAZING aid stations, and breathtaking scenery. The weather was perfect throughout the entire day. It’s a very small race, so if you are looking for lots of spectators or fellow participants- look elsewhere. I’ve never seen aid stations stocked so well- and I’ve run many half marathons and they have nothing on this race!

Contact Us

Belle Morris – Race Director

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