Christmas Mountain 5 Mile Run

🎉 Race Overview

• Date: 2025-11-28
• Location: 210 East Sackett Avenue, Salida, CO
• Distance: 5 mile and 1 mile races
• Race URL: Christmas Mountain Run

🏞️ Course Details

• Starting Point: Riverside Park in downtown Salida
• Course Type: Scenic, mostly flat (around 160 feet of elevation gain)
• Path: City and county roads, gravel or concrete pedestrian paths
• All Abilities: Designed for all runners, encourage all ages to participate

🥳 Race Day Schedule

• Start Time: 10am
• Sleep In: Allows participants to rest after Thanksgiving
• Post-Race: Drinks, snacks, and awards at Riverside Park
• Evening Festivities: Christmas Mountain parade and fireworks starting at 6pm

🏆 Awards and Recognition

• Prize Money: Top 3 M/F overall ($150/$100/$75)
• Masters Award: First place M/F masters runner ($100)
• Community Focus: Fundraiser for Chaffee County Community Foundation
• Encouragement: Promotes health, fitness, fun, and community spirit

🏃‍♂️ One Mile Run

• Start Time: Approximately 10:05am
• Route: Run down Sackett Avenue, turn around at 1/2 mile
• Timing: The race will be officially timed
• Participants: Receive a ribbon and post-race snacks

📩 Contact Information

• Contact Person: Kristy Falcon
• Email: christmasmountainrun@gmail.com
• Sponsorship/Volunteering: Opportunities available