Black Squirrel Half Marathon
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Bellvue, Colorado
- Price $133.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Black Squirrel Half Marathon on Saturday, September 6th, 2025, held in the stunning Lory State Park in Bellvue, Larimer, Colorado. This thrilling half marathon invites runners to explore the breathtaking trails that wind through the park, showcasing spectacular views of Horsetooth Reservoir, Fort Collins, and the expansive Great Plains to the east, alongside the majestic Rocky Mountains to the west.
The course spans a variety of terrains, making it both challenging and accessible for runners of all levels. Participants will begin with a mile of dirt roads, followed by an exhilarating ascent of nearly four miles and 1,500 feet, reaching an apex of 7,000 feet on Lory's west ridge. The effort is rewarded with panoramic vistas that will leave you in awe! After conquering the climb, runners will experience a thrilling descent, leading into three and a half miles of gently rolling, hard-packed singletrack that brings them to the finish line. Join us for a day filled with adventure, natural beauty, and the camaraderie of fellow trail enthusiasts!
The course spans a variety of terrains, making it both challenging and accessible for runners of all levels. Participants will begin with a mile of dirt roads, followed by an exhilarating ascent of nearly four miles and 1,500 feet, reaching an apex of 7,000 feet on Lory's west ridge. The effort is rewarded with panoramic vistas that will leave you in awe! After conquering the climb, runners will experience a thrilling descent, leading into three and a half miles of gently rolling, hard-packed singletrack that brings them to the finish line. Join us for a day filled with adventure, natural beauty, and the camaraderie of fellow trail enthusiasts!
Organiser's Description
The Black Squirrel Half Marathon will take place on the wonderful trails of Lory State Park to the northeast of Fort Collins, Colorado.
The half marathon course offers a tour of the outer boundaries of Lory State Park, providing breathtaking views to the south and east of Horsetooth Reservoir, Fort Collins and the Great Plains; and to the West of the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountain swell.
The race covers a variety of terrain, all of which is runnable although technical in places. After a mile of dirt roads, the course ascends a little under four miles and 1,500 feet to the apex at 7,000 feet on Lorys west ridge. The views are well worth the climb. A bomber descent follows, leaving three and a half miles of beautiful, gently rolling hardpacked singletrack into the finish.
Our aim is to offer a trail running experience that is challenging, yet accessible to all.
The half marathon course offers a tour of the outer boundaries of Lory State Park, providing breathtaking views to the south and east of Horsetooth Reservoir, Fort Collins and the Great Plains; and to the West of the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountain swell.
The race covers a variety of terrain, all of which is runnable although technical in places. After a mile of dirt roads, the course ascends a little under four miles and 1,500 feet to the apex at 7,000 feet on Lorys west ridge. The views are well worth the climb. A bomber descent follows, leaving three and a half miles of beautiful, gently rolling hardpacked singletrack into the finish.
Our aim is to offer a trail running experience that is challenging, yet accessible to all.
Races
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Black Squirrel Half Marathon
Incl. $8.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (7:00AM MDT)
$133.50
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