In 69 days · Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026
12102 S Elk Creek Rd, Pine CO
Marathon · Half
About this race
Welcome to the Staunton Rocks! Marathon & Half, an event put on by trail runners for trail runners.
Touring the renowned singletrack of Staunton State Park in Colorado’s Front Range Mountains southwest of Denver, the race will take you back in time as you glide by historic buildings and old milling operations. The flowing trails and gradual climbs & descents will allow you to open up your running stride, while technical features scattered throughout will give your feet occasion to dance. Take in 60+ mile views from the numerous overlooks on course, run by scenic lakes and streams, and catch a glimpse of the numerous raptors that inhabit the stunning rock formations throughout the park. With runnable trails and generous cut-offs, our aim is to offer a trail running experience that is challenging, yet accessible to all.
We aspire to not only offer a first class trail racing experience on a challenging, scenic and impeccably marked course, but also a top-notch post-race experience that will leave your bellies full and the stories flowing.
Marathon Race Fees:
Dec 15 - Feb 28: $110 + $7.60 fee
March 1 - May 31: $120 + $8.20 fee
June 1 - Aug 21: $130 + $8.80 fee
Half Marathon Race Fees:
Dec 15 - Feb 28: $90 + $6.40 fee
March 1 - May 31: $100 + $7.00 fee
June 1 - Aug 21: $110 + $7.40 fee
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and non-alcoholic options are available as part of our standard race fare.
If the race fills, a waitlist will be established. If you are selected from the waitlist, you are given the opportunity to accept/decline the invitation. Your credit card will not be charged until you accept. Your fellow runners in line appreciate your prompt response.
If you are not able to race, we will be able to offer a race transfer credit that can be applied to any future Gnar Runners race (valid for 12 months). Credit deadlines are as follows:
Until March 31: 100% credit of registration (excluding RunSignup fees).
April 1 - June 30: 75% credit of registration (excluding RunSignup fees).
July 1 - August 19: 50% credit of registration (excluding RunSignup fees).
In order to receive your credit, you must cancel your registration through the RunSignup registration platform.
Runners in the half marathon race can pay the additional registration fee to upgrade to the marathon race. There is no charge for marathon runners dropping down to the half marathon race.
The online deadline to transfer is Thursday (8/21) at midnight. It can also be done in person at packet pickup on Friday.
Entries are non-refundable. Entries are non-transferable, except for transfers via the waitlist. In the event the race is cancelled due to extreme weather, fire, disease or for some other unforeseeable event, we cannot offer refunds or credits.
The Marathon course will have approximately 4,500ft of vertical gain.
The Half Marathon course will have approximately 2,200ft of vertical gain.
| Aid Station | Mile Split | Total | Gain | Descent | Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mill - Limited | 8.4 | 8.4 | 1650 | 800 | - |
| Elk Pond | 3.4 | 11.8 | 350 | 600 | - |
| Elk Pond | 5.0 | 16.8 | 1100 | 1100 | - |
| Staunton Rocks | 3.5 | 20.3 | 500 | 750 | - |
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