Pikes Peak Marathon
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This unique and hilly course will take intrepid runners up a lung-busting 7815 feet of elevation. Never fear though, with beautiful trail surroundings and sprawling views across Manitou Springs at the top, runners in the marathon and ascent will have plenty to distract them along the way.
Ascent and Marathon
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7:00am Sat 17th Sep 2022 - 7:00am Sun 18th Sep 2022
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Manitou Springs, United States
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Where and when
Location
Manitou Springs, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, USA
Start times
7:00am Sat 17th Sep 2022
Ascent :
7:00am 7:00am Sun 18th Sep 2022
Marathon :
7:00am Races summary
Here's what races are available for Pikes Peak Marathon
Ascent
13.1mi
Marathon
26.2mi
Route information
Marathon 26.2 miles, Ascent 13.1 miles
Marathon Elevation: 7,815 feet
Terrain: Path, Towpath
This scenic and hilly course is one for the ages. With participants flying up Pikes Peak Mountain, they will take in the gorgeous scenery that surrounds this panoramic area.
The lung-busting 7,815-foot elevation on the Marathon course is sure to leave all runners feeling satisfied once they scale the Pikes Peak summit with participants heading through the John Barr Trail and No Name Creek.
There is a notable uphill section between the 7.6 and 12.3 mile points where runners will climb from Barr Camp to the top of Pikes Peak.
Those competing in the ascent will finish the race at the top of the mountain whilst those competing in the full marathon will descend to the finish point. Runners should make sure to leave something in the tank though, with the average descent time at 63% of a runner's ascent time.
Aid stations are located at the 1.65, 2.8, 4.3, 5.3, 7.6, 10.2, 11.9 and 13.3 mile points.
What's included
- Live Music
- Pre-Race Expo
- Shuttle down to Manitou Springs
- Prizes for male, female and age category winners
- Chip-timed Results
- Aid Station
- Beer Vendors
- Parking
- Toilets
How to get there
Manitou Springs, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, USA
Get full directionsDirections
To get to Manitou Springs, take the US 24 and follow until reaching the bottom of the mountain. You will find the start area here.
Parking
Parking details will be confirmed closer to the race.
Visiting
Those visiting the area can check into neighboring Colorado Springs which is just minutes away.
Event day logistics
Thursday
5:00pm - 8:00pm Packet Pickup
5:00pm - 8:00pm Race Expo, Merchandise Sales, Vendors, and Live Music/Beer Garden Open
Friday
10:00am - 7:00pm Packet Pickup
10:00am - 7:00pm Race Expo, Merchandise Sales, Vendors
3:00pm - 7:00pm Beer Garden Opens
Saturday
5:30am - 7:00am Packet Pickup at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs - Ascent Only
5:30am - 7:00am Sweat Check - Ascent
5:30am - 7:00am Pre-Race Staging - Ascent
7:00am Pikes Peak Ascent starts
9:00am - 9:30am Approximate time of first male and first female finishers
9:00am - 6:00pm Packet Pickup at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs - Marathon Only
9:00am - 6:00pm Race Expo, Merchandise Sales, Vendors, Ascent Finisher Item Distribution
12:00pm - 6:00pm Beer Garden Open
1:30pm Ascent Finish Line Closes
Sunday
5:30am - 7:00am Marathon Packet Pickup Only at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs
5:30am - 7:00am Marathon Bag Drop at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs
5:30am - 7:00am Pre-Race Staging - Marathon
7:00am Pikes Peak Marathon starts
10:00am - 11:15am Approximate time of first male and first female finishers
10:00am - 4:00pm Merchandise Sales - Soda Springs Park
10:00am - 5:30pm Music and Beer, Marathon Finisher Item Distribution - Soda Springs Park
5:30pm Marathon Finish Line Closes
Packet Pickup
Participants can pick up their race packs on Thursday at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Friday from 10:00 - 7:00 pm. Ascent runners can also pick up race packs on Saturday between 5:30 - 7:00 am and Marathon runners on Sunday from 5:30 am - 7:30 am at Memorial Park, Manitou Springs.
Age Requirements
There are no age requirements for the event, meaning fun for all.
Headphones
Headphones are prohibited in the race.
Cut-off Time
There will be a cut off time at 1:40:00 for both races at Noname (8'800), a cut off time at 3:10:00 for those in both races at Barr Camp \10,200), a cut off at A-Frame beginning at 4:30:00 at A-Frame, there is a final cut-off at the summit (14,115) at 6:15:00.
Weather
The weather is traditionally unpredictable at this event so please be wary.
Trash
Trash zones will be clearly indicated throughout the course.
Beer Garden
There will be a beer garden at the pre-race expo.
Toilets
Toilet information will be confirmed closer to the day of the event.
Spectator Info
There are large screen monitors in the Expo areas in Manitou Springs, spectating at the summit is still pending approval.
FAQs
How do I get to the Pikes Peak Marathon?
To get to Manitou Springs, take the US 24 and follow until reaching the bottom of the mountain. You will find the start area here.
Are there age restrictions for who can compete in the Pikes Peak Marathon?
There are no age requirements for the event, meaning fun for all.
Is there a cut-off time for the event?
There will be a cut off time at 1:40:00 for both races at Noname (8'800), a cut off time at 3:10:00 for those in both races at Barr Camp, 10,200), a cut off at A-Frame beginning at 4:30:00 at A-Frame, there is a final cut-off at the summit (14,115) at 6:15:00.
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