Pikes Peak Marathon
Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 7:00 AM MDT
- Location
- Manitou Springs, CO
- 502 Manitou Ave, 80829
- Type
- RUN
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 26.2 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 AM MDT · From $213.00
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 12:00 AM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
- 26.2 Miles
Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 AM MDT · From $107.00
Opens Mar 1, 2026, 12:00 AM MST · Closes May 30, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
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The course
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From the organizer
The 71st Annual Pikes Peak Marathon
26.2 miles with 7,834ft of elevation gain (and loss).
From Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak and then back again.
This is not your average marathon, it is America's Ultimate Challenge.
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