McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge

  • Date Sat 26th September 2026
  • Time 9:00AM MDT
  • Location Pagosa Springs, Colorado
  • Price Free
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of racing at the McGinn Memorial Cross Country Challenge, taking place on Saturday, September 26th, 2026, in the picturesque Pagosa Springs, Archuleta. This highly anticipated event will feature bustling competition among middle school and high school athletes, with the middle school course stretching 3 kilometers and the high school course extending 5 kilometers. Nestled in the scenic surroundings of Reservoir Hill, the course promises an exciting mix of hilly forest roads and single-track trails, providing runners with a thrilling experience.

Races will kick off with the Middle School Girls at 9:00 am, followed by the Middle School Boys at 9:30 am, and the High School Girls at 10:00 am. The excitement continues with the High School Boys at 10:45 am. Ribbons will be awarded to the top 10 runners in each category, along with team awards for the first and second place high school teams. With professional timing provided by Rocky Mountain Timing, this event is perfect for runners of all levels. Don’t miss out on the fun, and join the community for a fantastic day of athletic spirit and camaraderie!

Organiser's Description

Pagosa Springs High School would like to invite you to participate in our MS and HS XC

meet on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. This year, we will be hosting the meet

at our traditional location on Reservoir Hill in downtown Pagosa Springs. The course is

on a mix of hilly forest roads and single track trails. The high school course is 5

kilometers and the middle school course is 3 kilometers. All races will allow for unlimited

runners.



The meet schedule is as follows:

MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS: 9:00 am

MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS: 9:30 am

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS: 10:00 am

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS: 10:45 am

AWARDS:
Ribbons will be handed out to the top 10 runners in each race. Team awards will

be given to the first and second place high school teams. (top 5 scoring and top 7 displacing

for scoring purposes.)

ENTRY FEE:
$150 per school or $15/athlete for smaller schools. Please make payment to

Pagosa Springs High School: Attention Cross Country.

TIMING:
Professional timing will be provided through Rocky Mountain Timing.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING: From Main Street, turn onto Hot Springs Blvd in downtown

Pagosa Springs. Drive approximately a quarter mile (past the hot springs) and turn left on

the steep dirt road next to the post office. Buses: drive up the dirt road, past the gate, and

to the top of Reservoir Hill. Spectators: Park just above the gate in the first open field.

There will be volunteers to assist in the parking process.

Races

  • MS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge

    Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 25 SEP
  • MS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge

    Sat 26th September 2026 (9:30AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 25 SEP
  • HS Girls - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge

    Incl. T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 25 SEP
  • HS Boys - Pagosa Springs Cross Country Challenge

    Incl. T-Shirt Giveaway

    Sat 26th September 2026 (10:45AM MDT)

    Free

    OPENS 25 SEP

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Location

Reservoir Hill, Pagosa Springs, 81147, CO, United States

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