The Narrow Gauge Races
- Date Sun 25th May 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Durango, Colorado
- Price Free - $54.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at The Narrow Gauge Races on Sunday, May 25, 2025, in the picturesque town of Laredo, Webb, for a day filled with athleticism and community spirit! Celebrating its legacy as the longest continuously run road race in Colorado, this event has been a cherished Memorial Day tradition since 1978. Runners can choose between the challenging 10 Mile Run, which offers breathtaking views of the La Plata Mountains and winds through Santa Rita Park along the scenic Animas River, or the family-friendly 5K race that takes participants on a delightful out-and-back course along the roaring river trail.
The event kicks off with the 10 Mile at 8:00 AM and the 5K at 8:10 AM, followed by a FREE Kids' Fun Run at 9:45 AM, making it an ideal day for families and competitive runners alike. Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere complete with music, delicious food, and a chance to earn a stylish race t-shirt and a custom 16 oz can glass as a registration gift. Whether you're looking to compete or simply soak in the vibrant community vibe, The Narrow Gauge Races promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity
The event kicks off with the 10 Mile at 8:00 AM and the 5K at 8:10 AM, followed by a FREE Kids' Fun Run at 9:45 AM, making it an ideal day for families and competitive runners alike. Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere complete with music, delicious food, and a chance to earn a stylish race t-shirt and a custom 16 oz can glass as a registration gift. Whether you're looking to compete or simply soak in the vibrant community vibe, The Narrow Gauge Races promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity
Organiser's Description
_BE A PART OF HISTORY -- THIS IS THE LONGEST CONTINUOUSLY RUN ROAD RACE IN COLORADO! _Since 1978, the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango's oldest Memorial Day traditions. This year, we're back at beautiful Santa Rita Park along the Animas River. The 10 Miler will climb from the river trail up to Fort Lewis College with the best views of the La Plata Mountains past Hillcrest Golf course and descend down to Florida Road with it's wide sidewalk that guides runners to Rotary Park and reconnects with the river trail. The 5K race heads north from Santa Rita Park and is an out and back entirely along the roaring Animas River Trail. Parents can join in on the Kids' Fun Run. One of the most exciting weekends of the year; Iron Horse/Memorial Day Weekend.A great race for those who want to make it a biathlon weekend or who are cheering on the bikers on Saturday and want their own footrace on Sunday. We even have a few racers who are doing all three: Narrow Horse 1500 Meter Swim on Friday, The Iron Horse Bike Race on Saturday and a Narrow Gauge Road Race on Sunday! There will be music, food, a sweet T-shirt and a custom 16oz can glass for all 10 mile and 5k racers. Are you a Durango Running Club member? Members get a 10% discount. Make sure you are logged in to your Runsignup account and that your membership is current before registering and the discount will automatically apply.
RACE TIMES:
10 Mile: 8:00 am
5K: 8:10 am
FREE Kids' Fun Run: 9:45 am
REGISTRATION GIFT:
10 Mile and 5K participants will receive a t-shirt and 16 oz can glass. _*Note: Our deadline for t-shirts is Friday, May 3. You can still sign up, but we can't guarantee your size if you register after the deadline, sorry!_
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pick-up will be on Saturday before the race from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Durango Running Company and on race morning at the starting line starting at 7:00am.
RACE TIMES:
10 Mile: 8:00 am
5K: 8:10 am
FREE Kids' Fun Run: 9:45 am
REGISTRATION GIFT:
10 Mile and 5K participants will receive a t-shirt and 16 oz can glass. _*Note: Our deadline for t-shirts is Friday, May 3. You can still sign up, but we can't guarantee your size if you register after the deadline, sorry!_
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet pick-up will be on Saturday before the race from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Durango Running Company and on race morning at the starting line starting at 7:00am.
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