Name: Valkyrie Trail Race
Start: 2027-05-08
End: 2027-05-08
Location: Colorado Springs

About the Event

Nestled within Cheyenne Mountain State Park, just south of Colorado Springs, the Valkyrie Trail Race offers an unforgettable trail running experience for women. Spanning distances from 4 miles to 50 kilometers, this event celebrates female runners with a variety of challenging and scenic routes.
The race kicks off on crushed limestone in a picturesque meadow before transitioning onto singletrack trails that wind their way up Cheyenne Mountain. As the elevation rises, participants are treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Descending along the Talon Trail, runners encounter technical rocky paths through dense pine forests, providing an invigorating mix of terrain.
Spring in Colorado Springs brings a perfect balance of mild temperatures and lush greenery, making it ideal for exploring the park's diverse trails. The Valkyrie Trail Race is more than just a run; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature and fellow runners while pushing personal limits on some of southern Colorado’s most beautiful paths.
For detailed information about packet pickup times and locations, race guides, maps, aid station details, cutoff times, driving directions, frequently asked questions, travel tips, and cancellation policies, visit the official Valkyrie Trail Race website.

Races Offered

1/2 Marathon

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 21.1K

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07:00

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$105.00

50K

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 50K

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07:00

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$140.00

Marathon

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 42.2K

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07:00

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$130.00

30K

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 30K

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07:30

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$110.00

4 Miler

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 6.4K

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08:00

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$50.00

8 Miler

May 08, 2027

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Distance — 12.9K

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08:00

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$65.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Colorado Springs.

thermostat Temperature

5.8° / 19.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.8° / 15.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 39m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

9.5 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

High (6.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

56.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:45

nightlight Sunset

20:04

About Colorado Springs

Learn more about the host city, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs is a city of about 490,000 in the western U.S. state of Colorado. The seat of El Paso County, the city lies 63 miles (101 km) south of Denver at the foot of Pikes Peak in South Central Colorado.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Video

Watch highlights and course previews from previous years.

Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for Valkyrie Trail Race.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Justin Grunewald	M	39	'25	—	3:54:02
🥈	Frank Dwyer	M	55	'26	—	6:47:57

Place	Name	Gender	Age	Year	City	Time
🥇	Gwen Rudy	F	28	'22	—	4:57:25
🥈	Sarah Bunting Lamos	F	46	'21	—	4:57:38
🥉	Lucie Rathbun	F	28	'23	—	5:03:32
4	Katelyn McDaniel	F	29	'22	—	5:15:22
5	Megan Boese	F	31	'21	—	5:15:26
6	Sydni Scrofani	F	29	'22	—	5:15:33
7	Emily Yeo	F	28	'25	—	5:25:30
8	Melissa Donohoe	F	34	'25	—	5:41:05
9	Kelly Sarkis	F	27	'24	—	5:44:39
10	Chelsie Lawson	F	32	'21	—	5:47:05