The Beaver Run
About this race
The Beaver Run is a high-altitude mountain running event held Labor Day Weekend in beautiful Breckenridge, Colorado. Participants can choose from 5K, 10K, and 15K distances along Breckenridge's scenic paved recreation path system while enjoying mountain views, fresh alpine air, and a festive holiday weekend atmosphere at approximately 9,600 feet above sea level.
Hosted by BA Endurance and Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center.
Whether you're chasing a personal challenge, planning a race-cation with family, or simply looking for a memorable Colorado running experience, The Beaver Run offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the state's most iconic mountain destinations on foot. Held during Colorado's 150th anniversary year, The Beaver Run combines mountain running, local history, and the spirit of Breckenridge into a memorable Labor Day Weekend experience.
Race Distances & Start Times
15K — 8:00 AM (halfway cutoff time of 9:30 AM based on approximately a 15:00/mile pace to ensure volunteer and course support availability)
10K — 8:04 AM
5K — 8:08 AM
Kid's Fun Run — 8:15 AM
Why Race The Beaver Run?
🏔️ Run at 9,600 Feet
Experience the challenge and beauty of racing at high altitude in one of Colorado's most iconic mountain communities.
🌲 Scenic Mountain Views
Enjoy paved recreation paths, mountain vistas, fresh alpine air, and a uniquely Colorado running experience.
🎉 Make It a Holiday Weekend
Combine race day with shopping, dining, music, hiking, family activities, and Labor Day Weekend festivities throughout Breckenridge.
🍔 Celebrate After the Finish
Join fellow runners for awards, sponsor giveaways, and Beaver Run Resort's popular Barbecue at the Base post-race celebration.
❤️ Support a Local Cause
The Beaver Run proudly supports Building Hope Summit County and its mission to expand access to emotional and mental health resources throughout Summit County.
Course Highlights
100% paved recreation path system
Mountain and valley views
High-altitude racing experience
Clearly marked turnarounds
Volunteer and aid station support
Family-friendly atmosphere
Please Note: The Beaver Run is designed as a mountain running experience, not a personal-record course. Participants should be prepared for altitude and a gradual uphill return to the finish.
Post-Race Celebration
Participants are invited to gather at Beaver Run Resort's popular BBQ at the Base following the race.
Awards Ceremony: Approximately 11:00–11:30 AM
Participants are encouraged to stay for awards, sponsor giveaways, drawings, and post-race festivities.
Kid's Fun Run
Following the start of the main events, children will have the opportunity to participate in a fun run on the Riverwalk Center lawn.
Participants will receive finisher recognition and additional goodies following the event.
Additional details coming soon.
Supporting Building Hope Summit County
A portion of event proceeds and fundraising efforts will support Building Hope Summit County, an organization dedicated to expanding access to emotional and mental health resources throughout Summit County.
Through participation, fundraising efforts, and community partnerships, The Beaver Run aims to support both physical and mental wellness throughout the community.
About the Event
The Beaver Run is produced by BA Endurance in partnership with Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center.
Race Director Bryce Fluker is a USA Triathlon Certified Coach, 2026 USA Triathlon Cross Duathlon National Champion, and USA Triathlon All-American with more than 17 years of endurance racing and coaching experience. Through BA Endurance, Bryce has coached athletes ranging from first-time racers to Ironman finishers, Boston Marathon qualifiers, and tactical professionals while helping build endurance sport opportunities throughout Colorado.
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run
10K Run
15K Run
15K Time Limit: Participants must reach the halfway turnaround by 9:30 AM. The overall course time limit is based on approximately a 15:00/mile pace to ensure volunteer and course support availability.
Kid's Fun Run
Free Kid's Fun Run with finisher medal and more offered afterwards. Please sign up in advance.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 2 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Breckenridge, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:36 AM and sets at 7:29 PM local time (MDT) in Breckenridge on September 5, 2026 — 12h 52m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Breckenridge
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Breckenridge 5K Races 3 races
- 10K Run Events in Breckenridge 2 races
- Breckenridge Running Calendar 2026 3 races
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, 3 Breckenridge events
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