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.

10K:

• The race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot, next to the Holy Cross Ranger Station
• Run south and accend Line Shack Trail
• Turn left onto the Line Shack Connector, towards Grouse Creek
• You have an aid station at the beginning of the Line Shack Connector
• Turn right up Grouse Creek Trail (Trail 2129)
• Turn right onto Meadow Mountain Trail, towards Line Shack Trail
• You have an aid station halfway across Meadow Mountain Trail
• Turn right and decend Line Shack Trail back to the finish

5K:

• The race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot, next to the Holy Cross Ranger Station
• Run south and accend Line Shack Trail
• You have an aid station at the Line Shack Connector, at 1 mile
• Continue to accend Line Shack Trail to the turn-around point
• Decend Line Shack Trail back to the finish

This is a more remote race than the rest of the Vail Trail Running Series. Because of this, it is highly recommended for you to prepare and bring your own water and fuel for on-course. Aid stations will still be on course with gear to help you refuel if necessary.

Water will be available at all aid stations to quench your thirst!

Thanks to Skratch Labs, there will be Skratch Hydration Sport Drink and Skratch Energy Chews 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!

Friday, September 12: Racers can pick up their race numbers or register ahead of time on Friday, September 12 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Vail Mountain Coffee & Tea - Roastery Cafe. 

Saturday, September 13: Race day bib pickup and registration will be available at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot from 8:00 to 8:55a.m.

• Racers are asked to park just west of the race start, next to the railroad tracks. It is a short walk across Highway 24 to the race start.
• The Race will start at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot (24747 US Highway 24, Minturn 81645). There is no racer parking available in this Parking Lot.

*Day-of registration is available in person only.

Prices increase on Sunday, September 7, 2025.  Register Now!

Parking

Racer parking is located at the Town of Minturn's Train Yard.

Directions to parking from 1-70:

• Take exit 171 (Minturn/Leadville) and turn right (southwest) onto Highway 24.
• Drive past the Holy Cross Ranger Station and the Race Start, then take the first left onto Country Road
• Racer Parking is located just across the bridge next to the railroad.
• There will be signs indicating where racer parking is located.
• It will be a short walk across Highway 24 to the race start at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot.

Race Start

Race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot (24747 US Highway 24, Minturn 81645). Just across Highway 24 from the Racer Parking.

Racers are asked to park in the designated parking area and NOT at Meadow Mountain Parking Lot.

Spectators

Spectators may park at the Town of Minturn's Train Yard or at the Grouse Creek Trailhead to hike up and cheer on racers. Carpooling is recommended.

Awards will be presented at TBD. In addition to race prizes for the MeadowGold, we'll also be handing out series awards to celebrate the end of the season! Come and enjoy a free Mountain Time Lager or Best Day Brewing N/A beer (if you're over 21 years old) and pizza while we celebrate another great season!

• 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, 40-59 and 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 Dynafit Trail Running Series.

Food: Enjoy some delicious donuts & fruit from Northside Kitchen after the race. Come to the after-party at TBD and enjoy some free beer (if you're over 21 years old) thanks to New Belgium Brewing - Mountain Time Lager and Best Day Brewing.

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

10K Record

• Men:
• Women:

5K Record

• Men:
• Women: