I did the 25K but there is also a 50K, 5K, and 10K option.

This is a great race weekend getaway for a group of friends looking to enjoy a weekend in the mountains! We flew in Friday to Denver. Copper Mountain is about 1.5-2 hrs away from DEN pending traffic :)

Once you arrive on-property everything is seamless because it's right there! The start/finish, also where packet pick-up, gear check etc is located, is centrally-located so if you are staying on-property it's an extremely convenient experience all weekend. We ate a few places on property and had great meals.

Now to the race...

Unless you live at elevation, the climb is going to be a challenge so you have to prepare for it! But as with all things mountain-related it's all worth it when you get to the top:

Course - Very well marked! Lots of mile markers (more than most trail runs I've done). The one thing that got to me is I didn't research the course enough so when we had to go back-up a hill around mile 11/12-ish I was a little demoralized. I should've looked at the course in advance to know there was more climbing at the end. I did a good power hike up most of the climbs (did some jog/walking up the less steep inclines) and then I was able to get some good running in on the flats and downhills. I negative split by 37 minutes!

Aid Stations - Great volunteers and well stocked w/ lots of hydration/fuel options (Powerade, Coke, Red Bull, gels, chews, pretzels, and more!)

The best part is post-race the finish festival is right there. There are two restaurants just steps away from the finish area and other food being sold as well. Under Armour has a huge recovery area built out with HyperIce vibrating rollers and other mat/recovery tools. With gorgeous weather and the mountains in the background it made a perfect scene to just hang out all day!

AND, another star is that this race is on a Saturday! So you can fully enjoy the day vs hurrying back home like many other Sunday races.

Such a fun weekend!