Pikes Peak Ascent
About this race
13.32 miles and 7,867ft of elevation gain.
From Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak.
This is not your average half marathon, it is a challenge unlike any other!
Join fellow runners on September 19, 2026 for the Pikes Peak Ascent. It's a fantastic Half-Marathon featuring a flat and fast course in Manitou Springs.
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Ascent
From the start line at City Hall in Manitou, you can see the finish at the Summit of Pikes Peak, 7,815ft above you.
Free Award Entry
Former Winners of the Ascent or Marathon, 2025 Top 5 Overall, and the 2025 top 3 Masters Winners
Half Priced Award Entry
2025 1st Place Age Group Winners of the Pikes Peak Ascent or Marathon
Elite Entry
Elite / Competitive Entry
Weather Overview
These values represent the 7-year monthly averages for September in Manitou Springs.
About Manitou Springs
Pikes Peak Ascent takes place in Manitou Springs, Colorado, United States. The local timezone is America/Denver.
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