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Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Poudre Canyon, Fort Collins CO
Half
50–78°F · low rain risk
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2025
51–78°F
dry
2024
50–85°F
dry
2023
48–79°F
dry
2022
53–90°F
dry
2021
49–71°F
rain
2020
54–82°F
dry
2019
56–81°F
dry
2018
55–80°F
dry
2017
48–77°F
dry
2016
55–85°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 20
Sunny · 60–76°F
Sunday, Sep 20starts near 60°F · 23% chance of rain · wind up to 11 mph
About this race
Event Overview
Enjoy the wild & Scenic beauty on the Poudre River Canyon while you run on a downhill point-to-point course to finish in a field of dreams where beer and music flow. Invite your friends & family, don't miss the experience!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-09-20
- Location: Poudre Canyon, Fort Collins, CO
- Distances: Two great options available
- More Info: Visit the race page
Wild & Scenic Half Marathon
- Awards: Voted best half marathon and best race shirt in Colorado.
- Ideal For: A new PR, your first half marathon, or just for the beauty and the beer!
- Scenery: Enjoy the fall vibes along the Cache la Poudre, Colorado's only designated Wild & Scenic River!
- Start Line: Beginning at the famous Mishawaka Amphitheater.
First to the Finish 5-Mile
- Choice: Fast or Festive? You choose.
- Challenge: Push yourself past the 5k and run a unique race distance.
- Celebration: Get to the finish line party first! Wait, you are the Party!
- For Everyone: Designed for all those who love to run or walk in nature and know how to celebrate the good things in life.
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Sep 19 – 21, 2026.
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