Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Estes Park Marathon and Half Marathon Top 7 Most Scenic Half Marathons In The U.S. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.epmarathon.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.epmarathon.org/news/) - News and updates - [Duck Waddle 5K postponed!](https://www.epmarathon.org/2020/04/27/duck-waddle-5k-postponed/) - The Duck Waddle 5K is postponed to September 19th, Saturday. We look forward to a beautiful and quacky run at Lake Estes! - [Forbes: The Top 7 Most Scenic Half Marathons In The U.S](https://www.epmarathon.org/2020/02/03/forbes-the-top-7-most-scenic-half-marathons-in-the-u-s/) - We have been mentioned by Forbes as one of the two 7 most scenic half marathons in the US! We hope to see you soon! "Colorful Colorado is a state full of residents who run and there are numerous half marathons to choose from, which take place year-round. Build a healthy weekend around the... Estes - [Join the Fun- Volunteers Needed!](https://www.epmarathon.org/2019/06/08/join-the-fun-volunteers-needed/) - Not able to Run? Join our team! We need a few more volunteers to assist us on Race Day! If you have a few minutes or a couple of hours, we can place you in a volunteer position. Please contact us! email: race-director@epmarathon.org Road Marshal Finish Line area - [2019 Estes Park Marathon & Half Marathon, 10K & 5K](https://www.epmarathon.org/2019/06/08/2019-estes-park-marathon-half-marathon-10k-5k/) - Registration OPEN! Celebrate Father's Day and all that you love about running, June 16th www.epmarathon.org Registration and Packet Pick-up: Saturday, June 15th, 8:00 - 5:00PM, Estes Park High School Commons Race Day! Schedule: Marathon & Half Marathon: Transportation, 4:15AM - 5:30AM leaving from EP High School to The Dao House. Walkers (and slow runners) in - [2019 DUCK WADDLE 5K, May 4th](https://www.epmarathon.org/2019/02/28/2019-duck-waddle-5k-may-4th/) - Registration is OPEN! 2019 Duck Waddle 5K Race Day Registration: 8:00AM, west side of Town Hall building Race Start: 9:00AM, Elkhorn Ave - [TUESDAY EVENING FUN RUNS AT THE STANLEY HOTEL](https://www.epmarathon.org/2018/03/23/tuesday-evening-fun-runs-at-the-stanley-hotel/) - Join us for a 3 - 6 mile run along the pathways of Estes Park. Enjoy the seasons and group motivation as we experience the exceptional beauty of surrounding Rocky Mountain National Park. All abilities are welcome! Walk, jog, run or stroll with family- every Tuesday! Sign in at 5:30PM and Run begins at 6:05PM - [Duck Waddle 5K 2018](https://www.epmarathon.org/2018/03/23/duck-waddle-5k-2018/) - May 5th, Cinco de Mayo! 9:00AM Race Start Race Day Registration: 8:00AM, in front of Estes Valley Library On- line Registration & INFO: http://estesparkrunning.org/our-races/duck-waddle-5k/ - [Video of the 5k around Lake Estes](https://www.epmarathon.org/2017/06/19/video-of-the-5k-around-lake-estes/) - [Rut Run 5k, September 30th, 2017](https://www.epmarathon.org/2017/08/19/rut-run-5k-september-30th-2017/) - The registration page for the Rut Run is up and running. More info can be found here ## Pages - [Home](https://www.epmarathon.org/) - Ranked “top 7 Most Scenic half marathon in the usa” by forbes magazine! Join us! Register for 2027 PHOTOS 2026 Results 2026Registration 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: - [Longs Peak 5 Miler](https://www.epmarathon.org/longs-peak-5-miler/) - Register JUNE 19, 2027 The Longs Peak 5 Miler In-person Registration & Packet Pick-up: ONLY Saturday, 6:30- 7:45 AM, at the Estes Park High School Commons, 1600 Manford Ave. Race Start time: 8:00AM Start Line Location: North of the High School building and east of The Observatory Finish Line: The Estes Park High School Track & - [Kids Kids Kids](https://www.epmarathon.org/race-info/kids-kids-kids/) - KIDS, KIDS, KIDS: BIKE, RUN, FUN! festival June 20th, 2026 SATURDAY Location: Estes Park Track & Field (SE of the High School building) Festivities Start: 9:00am, as the LONGS PEAK 5 Miler race concludes. 2024 FUN Activities!: Music! Games, Face Painting, Arts & Crafts lead by local non-profit team EVICS Family Resource Center Bike Obstacle - [Estes Park Virtual Marathon & Virtual Half Marathon](https://www.epmarathon.org/estes-park-virtual-marathon/) - Register Estes Park VIRTUAL Run! Visualize your trail or amazing Estes Park Marathon or Half Marathon courses. Complete your total mileage! June 15 , 2025 Cost: $50. Receive: Race shirt, Estes Park Virtual Run medal, extra swag… - [Results](https://www.epmarathon.org/general-info/results/) - Results from 2017 to today - [Register](https://www.epmarathon.org/registration/) - 2025 Registration for GORGEOUS Scenic Races: Online registration (page opens in new window) Estes Park Marathon, Estes Park HALF Marathon, Longs Peak 5 Miler, Shining Twins Challenge, and KIDS FUN RUN!. Join us! Mail-in Registration: You can use this mail-in registration form for ALL races. Please print and send to us! - [Half Marathon](https://www.epmarathon.org/race-info/half-marathon/) - The Estes Park Half Marathon is Colorado’s most scenic 13.1 mile race you can find! Our course is shared with our marathon route and awarded by Colorado Runner magazine as “Most Scenic” for 2012 and recognized by Forbes Magazine as Top 7 scenic races in the USA. The Estes Park Half Marathon is the first of five races in the COLORADO MOUNTAIN HALF SERIES, which benefits local youth programs. Enjoy the scenic 1500 ft descending course that takes you around Lake Estes and finishes at the Estes Park High School track. Participants will see views of the Estes Park valley, Long’s Peak, the Continental Divide and run along boundary areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. The half marathon is a competitive race, as well as welcoming to the fitness runner. Come and find out why participants continue to return and experience Colorado’s favorite! - [Marathon](https://www.epmarathon.org/race-info/marathon/) - The Estes Park Marathon is one of America’s most scenic marathon courses! Forbes Magazine, " TOP 7 scenic courses in the USA"! Runners enjoy the road course that is surrounded by glorious 360 degree views of Rocky Mountain National Park. Starting with an inspiring 1500 ft descent, within the first 6.5 miles, runners will find their rhythm and strong pace for an exceptional marathon race. As with all great journeys, the mountainous beauty will encourage you to overcome the physical and psychological challenges of the climbs and feel the thrill of several scenic downhills. Share the celebration and joy of running on Father's Day! Runner’s World magazine recommends this destination race, for a reason! See you in June! - [Sponsors](https://www.epmarathon.org/sponsors/) - Special thanks to our sponsors and contributors! We remain successful and growing because of their support. Many have been with us from the very beginning. We thank them and encourage everyone to purchase their products or visit their businesses. - [Volunteers](https://www.epmarathon.org/volunteers/) - The Estes Park Marathon and Half has grown and developed to be a successful destination race, which could not be achieved without your involvement. We thank you for being part of our team! Volunteer positions are available throughout the race weekend, for varying time durations and locations. All volunteers receive an Event Staff shirt. Whether you can spare 2 hours, or the whole weekend, we can use your help! Please email us and ask to be assigned, volunteer@epmarathon.org. - [Colorado Mountain Half Marathon Series](https://www.epmarathon.org/colorado-mountain-half-marathon-series/) - RUN AMONG THE PEAKS! JUNE 15 * AUGUST 9 * AUGUST 16 * SEPTEMBER 13 * SEPTEMBER 14. We all love a Colorado original and we certainly love the beauty and tranquility of our rocky mountains. Five of Colorado’s original & most beloved half marathons-Estes Park Half Marathon, Georgetown to Idaho Springs, Mount Sneffels Half, Ned * Ned Half, & LEAD KING LOOP 25K – have joined together to create: THE COLORADO MOUNTAIN HALF SERIES RUN AMONG THE PEAKS AND EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTIFUL SEASONS - [FAQs](https://www.epmarathon.org/general-info/faqs/) - FAQs: contact us at belle@epmarathon.org - [Area Info](https://www.epmarathon.org/general-info/area-info/) - 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! - [Beneficiaries](https://www.epmarathon.org/beneficiaries/) - THE ESTES PARK RUNNING CLUB IS A NON PROFIT, 501(C) 4, WITH HEART. OUR RACE EVENTS ARE ABOUT COMPETING, BUT THEY’RE ALSO ABOUT CONTRIBUTING. WE STRATEGICALLY CHOSE TO WORK WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES AND GIVE BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY. OUR RACE COMMITTEE LIVES IN ESTES PARK YEAR ROUND AND IS COMMITTED TO SUPPORTING OUR ESTES PARK YOUTH. - [5k](https://www.epmarathon.org/race-info/5k/) - InfoCourseTrainingMerchandiseRegisterInfo 5K Info Date: June 20th, 2021, Sunday Start time: 8:00 AM at the Estes Park Marina. Please take the Estes Park Trolley from the EP High School to start line (located at the Lake Estes Marina). Registration: IS ALLOWED on Sunday, before 7:30am. Packet Pick-up & registration: SATURDAY, 8:00- 5:00pm at the EPHS commons - [Terms and Conditions](https://www.epmarathon.org/terms-and-conditions/) - These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of Estes Park Marathon’s (Estes Park Running Club)’s Website, located at https://epmarathon.org. By accessing this website we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use Epmarathon.org if you do not agree to take all of the terms and conditions stated on this page. - [Disclaimer](https://www.epmarathon.org/disclaimer/) - WEBSITE DISCLAIMER The information provided by Estes Park Marathon (“we,” “us” or “our”) on https://epmarathon.org (the “Site”) is for general informational purposes only. All information on the Site is provided in good faith, however we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability or completeness of any information on the Site. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF THE SITE OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED ON THE SITE. YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND YOUR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE IS SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. - [Return and Refund Policy](https://www.epmarathon.org/return-and-refund-policy/) - Thank you for your purchase. We hope you are happy with your purchase. Please see below for more information on our return policy. We do not accept returns on any of our products. Thank you for your understanding. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.epmarathon.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy - WHO WE ARE Our website address is: https://epmarathon.org. 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For updates visit us at our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/EstesParkRunningClub/ We thank the Stanley Hotel and Grand Heritage for their support and commitment! Keep running and smiling! - [Light Version](https://www.epmarathon.org/page-404-light/) - 404 PAGE NOT FOUND We’re sorry, the page you have looked for does not exist in our database! Maybe go to our home page or try to use a search? The page might have been moved to our new second website www.estesparkrunning.org – Check it out ! Share Share on X (Opens in new window) - [Weather](https://www.epmarathon.org/general-info/weather/) - With more than 300 sunny days a year and some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, you can bet Estes Park is a marathoner’s paradise. But the sunny weather also means you should make sure to use sunblock, at least SPF 30. 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