Sawmill Trail Runs
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 7:00AM MST
- Location Pine, Colorado
- Price $85.80 - $160.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day in the great outdoors at the Sawmill Trail Runs, taking place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at the stunning Staunton State Park in Pine, Colorado! This fantastic trail running event offers participants three exciting distance options: a challenging 50k, a scenic 16-mile, and a more accessible 8-mile course, perfect for runners of all levels. Staunton State Park is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, featuring everything from high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to majestic granite cliffs soaring over 10,000 feet.
As you race through this picturesque park, you'll encounter a diverse array of wildlife and stunning geological formations that make this venue truly unique. The unpredictable Colorado weather adds an extra layer of adventure, with temperatures ranging from balmy to frigid, ensuring that every year brings a new experience. Whether you’re a seasoned ultra-runner or a newcomer looking to embrace the trails, the Sawmill Trail Runs promises an unforgettable day of community, challenge, and natural beauty. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of an exciting trail running tradition!
As you race through this picturesque park, you'll encounter a diverse array of wildlife and stunning geological formations that make this venue truly unique. The unpredictable Colorado weather adds an extra layer of adventure, with temperatures ranging from balmy to frigid, ensuring that every year brings a new experience. Whether you’re a seasoned ultra-runner or a newcomer looking to embrace the trails, the Sawmill Trail Runs promises an unforgettable day of community, challenge, and natural beauty. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of an exciting trail running tradition!
Organiser's Description
THE HUMAN POTENTIAL RUNNING SERIES PRESENTS:
THE SAWMILL TRAIL RUNS @ STAUNTON STATE PARK
The Sawmill Trail Runs first started as a Fat Ass event at White Ranch Open Space in Golden, CO, in December 2013. It became an official trail race in December 2017. In 2021, the event moved to its current home at Staunton State Park in Pine, CO, featuring 50k, 16-mile, and 8-mile distance options.
Staunton State Park is a gem within Colorados State Park system. From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs over 10,000 feet, Staunton State Parks varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife, and offer a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer in Pine, CO.
WEATHER: Its December in Colorado and the weather, as always, is incredibly unpredictable. There have been years when temps have soared into the low 60s, frigid years with below-zero temps at the start, years with dry trails and no trace of winter, and years when a foot of snow has fallen during the event. It is our every intention to host this event regardless of the varied weather and trail conditions. We must note that the health and safety of all runners and volunteers, as well as maintaining the integrity of the parks trails, are paramount. If conditions necessitate cancellation, our full refund and credit policies will remain in effect.
SPECIAL NOTE ON TRACTION: Traction devices, such as micro-spikes, are welcome if conditions permit. Snowshoes will also be permitted if snow depths exceed 6. No other flotation devices will be approved. In the event of deep snow and treacherous conditions on the 50ks first loop, the loop will be closed, and well ask 50k runners to endure the 16-Mile course twice consecutively.
THE SAWMILL TRAIL RUNS @ STAUNTON STATE PARK
The Sawmill Trail Runs first started as a Fat Ass event at White Ranch Open Space in Golden, CO, in December 2013. It became an official trail race in December 2017. In 2021, the event moved to its current home at Staunton State Park in Pine, CO, featuring 50k, 16-mile, and 8-mile distance options.
Staunton State Park is a gem within Colorados State Park system. From high grassy meadows at 8,100 feet to soaring granite cliffs over 10,000 feet, Staunton State Parks varied geology, soils, water features, and climate support rare and unexpected plant communities and a rich diversity of wildlife, and offer a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The park is located approximately 40 miles southwest of downtown Denver, north of US Highway 285 and about six miles west of Conifer in Pine, CO.
WEATHER: Its December in Colorado and the weather, as always, is incredibly unpredictable. There have been years when temps have soared into the low 60s, frigid years with below-zero temps at the start, years with dry trails and no trace of winter, and years when a foot of snow has fallen during the event. It is our every intention to host this event regardless of the varied weather and trail conditions. We must note that the health and safety of all runners and volunteers, as well as maintaining the integrity of the parks trails, are paramount. If conditions necessitate cancellation, our full refund and credit policies will remain in effect.
SPECIAL NOTE ON TRACTION: Traction devices, such as micro-spikes, are welcome if conditions permit. Snowshoes will also be permitted if snow depths exceed 6. No other flotation devices will be approved. In the event of deep snow and treacherous conditions on the 50ks first loop, the loop will be closed, and well ask 50k runners to endure the 16-Mile course twice consecutively.
Races
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8-Mile
Incl. $5.80 Fee & Sawmill T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$85.80
Runners will enjoy one (1) unique loop in Staunton State Park Route Length: 8.17 miles | Elevation Gain/Loss: +1,364' / -1,364' Maximum Elevation: 9,506' | Minimum Elevation: 8,316' | Average Elevation: 8,929' Aid Stations: 0 (Finish Line Only) -
16-Mile
Incl. $7.00 Fee & Sawmill T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (8:00AM MST)
$107.00
Runners will enjoy two (2) unique loops in Staunton State Park. The 1st loop is a "Lollipop Loop," and the 2nd is a traditional loop. Route Length: 16.38 miles | Elevation Gain/Loss: +2,605' / -2,605' Maximum Elevation: 9,506' | Minimum Elevation: 8,316' | Average Elevation: 8,855' Aid Stations: 1 -
50k
Incl. $10.00 Fee & Sawmill T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (7:00AM MST)
$160.00
Runners will enjoy three (3) unique loops in Staunton State Park. The 1st two loops are "Lollipop Loops," and the 3rd is a traditional loop. Route Length: 32.2 miles | Elevation Gain/Loss: +5,314' / -5,314' Maximum Elevation: 9,506' | Minimum Elevation: 8,316' | Average Elevation: 8,892' Aid Stations: 4
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12102 S Elk Creek Rd, Ranch Hand Picnic Area, Pine, 80470, CO, United States
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