Map

The start has been slightly rerouted to improve the racer experience. Please pay attention to course markings!

Pre-run the course before the signs with Ride W/ GPS! Use the digital map to follow the route and stay on course!

Physical maps are available at the race.

Stats

These stats are based on our gpx file on ride w/ gps. GPS information can vary depending on the device and provider. If you're concerned that our information is not correct, please contact us at sports@vailrec.com

Start Location

The race begins next to the Centennial Lift at the base of Beaver Creek at 9:00 a.m.. Registrtion will be located in the grass lawn next to the race start.

Aid Stations

Water will be available at all aid stations to quench your thirst or cool you off!

Thanks to Skratch Labs, there will be Skratch Hydration Sport Drink at Aid Stations to give you the electrolytes and energy it needs to finish strong.

The Vail Trail Running Series is a papercup-less race series. Please keep this in mind when preparing for the race. We highly encourage you to bring your own hydration device or reusable cups.  

Thanks to Northside Kitchen, there will be donuts and fresh fruit at race finish for you to refuel!

Course Directions

Kid's Fun Run

• The race begins next to the Centennial Lift at the base of Beaver Creek
• Run up the gravel service road & around Centennial Lift with fun obstacles along the way!

10K: 

• The race begins next to the Centennial Lift at the base of Beaver Creek
• Run up the gravel service road
• Make a sharp left turn and continue up the service road
• Turn left towards McCoy Peak Lodge
• Turn left and run down and across the pedestrian bridge
• Run past the grass lawn onto the Village Loop
• Turn right and run up the Village Loop
• Continue straight onto Aspen Glade
• Turn right onto Cinch Service Road and the first aid station will be here
• Continue down Cinch Service Road to the 5K/10K split
• Turn left onto Allie's Way
• Run straight past Overlook Trail, continuing on Allie's Way
• Turn left at the next trail split and run past the chair lifts to aid station #2
• Run past aid station #2 and continue up the service road
• Turn right onto Beaver Lake Trail and continue all the way onto the paved road
• Turn left just past the water tower onto Lost Buck Spur Trail
• Turn right onto Lost Buck Gravel Service Road
• Turn left and run across the grass lawn
• Run across Strawberry Park Bridge and into the Finish

5K: 

• The race begins next to the Centennial Lift at the base of Beaver Creek
• Run up the gravel service road
• Make a sharp left turn and continue up the service road
• Turn left towards McCoy Peak Lodge
• Turn left and run down and across the pedestrian bridge
• Run past the grass lawn onto the Village Loop
• Turn right and run up the Village Loop
• Continue straight onto Aspen Glade
• Turn right onto Cinch Service Road and the first aid station will be here
• Continue down Cinch Service Road to the 5K/10K split
• Turn right and continue down Cinch Service Road
• Continue on Cinch Service Road past the Beaver Creek Stables
• Turn right and run accross the lawn next to the Creaver Creek Club
• Turn right and run into the Finish

Vail Resorts Release Of Liability Form 

All Beaver Creek Summer Solstice Trail Race participants must sign and return the Vail Resorts Release of Liability Form to participate in the Trail Race. To save you time, you can print the form and bring it with you to bib pickup.

Summer Solstice 10K & 5K Rates

*Day-of registration is available in person only.

Prices increase on Sunday, June 14, 2026.  Register Now!

Vail Trail Running Race Series

*The 5K Series does not include Vail HillClimb or Vail Berry Picker. 5K Series Participants will recieve a discount code for these races.

Online Registration for the entire series closes at 3 p.m. the day before a race and reopens the day after. Please contact VRD Sports at sports@vailrec.com or (970)479-2280 to signup!

Registration & Bib Pickup

Online registration is available until 3 p.m. the day before the race.

To register online, go to register.vailrec.com>>>Programs>>>Races>>>Trail Running & Community Races

Friday, June 19: Racers can pick up their race numbers or register ahead of time from 4 to 6 p.m. at TBD.

Saturday, June 20: Race day bib pickup and registration will be available next to the race start/finish next to the Beaver Creek Chophouse from 8-9:25 a.m.

• Racers are asked to park in the Villa Montane or Ford Hall parking structures in Beaver Creek. Carpooling is recommended.

Parking

Please park in the Villa Montane or Ford Hall parking structures in Beaver Creek. Carpooling is recommended.

Amenities

• Beaver Creek Village: Restrooms & water filling
• Centennial Grass Lawn: water filling, gear drop, racer refuel

Spectators

Spectators may park  Villa Montane or Ford Hall parking structures in Beaver Creek. Carpooling is recommended.

Awards

Following the race, awards & prizes will be presented at the race finish! Go get a free Mountain Time Lager (if you're over 21 years old), LIGHTSTRIKE Hard Refresher or Best Day Brewing N/A Beer from Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea and bring it to the grass lawn! 

• 10K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
• 5K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: Juniors 19 and under, Open 20-39, Masters 40-59, 60 and over.  

Raffle

All racers will be entered into a raffle for great prizes from our sponsors! Racers must be present to win.

T-Shirts

At race finish, make sure to pick up your custom race t-shirt (cotton or tech material)! There is a large selection of sizes for you to chose from once you finish! We alternate t-shirt material each race for the Vail Trail Running Series.

Food

Enjoy some delicious donuts & fresh fruit from Northside Kitchen after the race. There will be a warm breakfast burrito complimentary of Grill on the Gore at the race finish as well as a free beer at Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea (if you're over 21 years old) thanks to New Belgium Brewing and Best Day Brewing.

Participants must show their race bib and ID when pickupng up their beer at Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea in Beaver Creek Village.

Formed in 1996 as a Colorado 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Vail Valley Charitable Fund’s goals are to continue to raise funds by events, grants, and corporate and individual donations, raise community awareness, engage more volunteers in this worthwhile cause, and continue to help people in need in the community.

In 2005, 2008 and 2016, the Vail Valley Charitable Fund received the ‘Success Connection Award for Non-Profit Organization of the Year’ from the Vail Valley Partnership. The Vail Daily Reader’s Poll also selected the VVCF as one of the three best Non-Profit Organizations in the Vail community.

Last year, more than $450,000 was raised and distributed to directly offset the expenses involved with: injuries sustained in a serious car accident; several individuals battling cancer; intensive care for a severely premature infant; recuperation from heart attack and stroke; and much more.

Check out Race Results & Photos on the Race Results Webpage.

10K Record

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5K Record

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Volunteer!

Volunteering is a great way to get out on the course to cheer participants on! We also need help checking in participants, giving out racer swag & timing! You can inquire about volunteer possibilities by reaching out to sports@vailrec.com. Volunteers can help themselves to the donuts and get a race t-shirt once participants are finished.