South Fork Pandemonium
About this race
Nestled in the heart of the Southern San Juan mountains, South Fork, Colorado is known for its beauty, its community… and now, its boldest event yet.
South Fork Pandemonium is more than just a race — it’s an experience. Inspired by the high-energy spirit of The Amazing Race, this event sends teams on a journey across multiple locations, where they’ll face a series of unique and unexpected challenges.
Participants will navigate their way through town, stopping at local businesses and landmarks to complete everything from physical feats like rock climbing and river floating, to quirky, off-the-wall tasks like food challenges, interactive experiences, and brain-teasing puzzles.
No two challenges are the same — and no two teams will approach them alike.
It’s about connection, competition, and stepping into the unknown. Whether you're in it to win it or just here for the thrill, every moment is designed to be memorable.
At the finish line? A $1,750 prizes at Main event and $250 (Family Style)— and a story you’ll be telling for years.
Important Signup/Registration Information:
Friday August 14th: Pandemonium Family Style
Registration begins at Noon.
Ages 5+
Saturday August 15th: Pandemonium Main Event
Registration begins at 9 am
Ages 18 and up.
For more information about how each race is ran click here!
To compete in the family style race you MUST have a minimum of 4 racers with no more than 6 per team
To Compete in the Main event you MUST have 4 racers on the team.
****Teams who do not have the minimum amount of racers, will not be able to run the race. We do have the option to fill a team with strangers!
Please note: It is better to register when you have your teams ready to go, otherwise you may end up with people you don't know. Password protect your team if members aren't all signing up at the same time.
Awards
Trophies for top three Family Style teams and Main Event teams.
Prize money will be awarded to top 3 race teams in each event.
Family Style:
1st- $250
2nd- $100
3rd- $50
Main Event:
1st- $1000
2nd- $500
3rd- $250
Awards Ceremony and Celebration:
The Awards Ceremony and celebration for both race days will follow at the completion of the Main Event race on August 15th. If racers are not done by 4:30pm, they MUST stop the race and head to the finish line.
Dinner and awards will be at 5pm at the South Fork Community Building Located at
254 State Highway 149, South Fork, CO 81154.
There will be music and swag for purchase during this time as well.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
ALL ENTRIES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE.
No Firearms
Firearms are not permitted during the race.
Participant Waivers/Release of Liability
No town, county, or private property owners along the course, sponsoring businesses, governmental agencies, persons, volunteers, race officials, or organizations will be liable in case of accident or injury to the participant. volunteer, or burro. Each participant, guardian for minor child, and volunteer must sign a waiver and/or release of responsibility before the race. In addition, each participant must have a waiver signed for Revolution Rail.
Inclement Weather
Given the nature of the race, most weather (unless it turns dangerous), will not cancel this event. Please be prepared for racing in "all seasons."
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Adventure race
Pandemonium-Family Style
Check-in/registration begins at 9am the day of the event. Basic Rules of the Race 1. Teams Participants compete in teams of 4–6 people. Participants must be at least 5 years of age, one team member must be at least 14 years of age and a parent or guardian must be present at all times during the race to supervise. Some challenges must be completed together; others may be individual. 2. Starting the Race All teams begin at the same starting point. Each team receives their first clue directing them to a challenge. 3. Following Clues Teams must read clues carefully and figure out where to go next. Clues may involve puzzles, riddles, or directions. 4. Challenges (Roadblocks & Detours) At each location, teams complete a task before moving on. Some tasks may require: Physical effort (running, dancing, jumping, etc.) Mental skills (puzzles, problem-solving) Teamwork or communication Certain challenges may require only one team member to participate. 5. Travel Teams must navigate between locations on their own within a walking/running distance. No outside help unless explicitly allowed. 6. Rules & Fair Play Teams must follow all safety rules and instructions at each challenge. No sabotaging other teams. Be respectful to businesses, volunteers, and other racers. 7. Checkpoints Teams check in after completing each challenge to receive their next clue. Earn a button by completing a challenge before you can move on to the next challenge. 8. Winning the Race The first team to reach the final destination, complete the last challenge, and show they have collected all the challenge buttons wins! There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Please create a team name, and create a password if you ALREADY have the minimum number of of team mates ready to join. Failure to create a password could result in random people joining your team. You can register all teammates at one time too to avoid unwanted members on your team.
Pandemonium-Main Event
Check-in/Registration begins at 10am the day of the event Basic Rules of the Race 1. Teams Participants compete in teams of 4 people. Participants must be at least 18 years of age or older Some challenges must be completed together; others may be individual. 2. Starting the Race All teams begin at the same starting point. Each team receives their first clue directing them to a location or challenge. 3. Following Clues Teams must read clues carefully and figure out where to go next. Clues may involve puzzles, riddles, or directions. 4. Challenges (Roadblocks & Detours) At each location, teams complete a task before moving on. Some tasks may require: Physical effort (climbing, paddling, etc.) Mental skills (puzzles, problem-solving) Teamwork or communication Certain challenges may require only one team member to participate. 5. Travel Teams must navigate between locations on their own (walking, biking, driving, etc., depending on leg of the race). No outside help unless explicitly allowed. Cheating results in automatic elimination from the competition. 6. Rules & Fair Play Teams must follow all safety rules and instructions at each challenge. No sabotaging other teams. Be respectful to businesses, volunteers, and other racers. 7. Checkpoints Teams check in after completing each challenge to receive their next clue. Earn a button by completing a challenge before you can move on to the next challenge. 8. Winning the Race The first team to reach the final destination, complete the last challenge, and show they have collected all the challenge buttons wins! There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. Please create a team name, and create a password if you ALREADY have the minimum number of of team mates ready to join. Failure to create a password could result in random people joining your team. You can register all teammates at one time too to avoid unwanted members joining.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in South Fork, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:46 AM and sets at 8:32 PM local time (MDT) in South Fork on June 25, 2027 — 14h 45m of daylight.
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 2 South Fork events
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