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Leadville Trail Marathon
Leadville Trail Marathon
Description
- Location: Leadville, CO, USA
- Race Date: 06/28/2025
- Race Distances: Full Marathon, Half Marathon
The Leadville Trail Marathon is a challenging and iconic race held in Leadville, Colorado. This marathon is known for its rugged terrain, high altitude, and breathtaking scenery. Starting at over 10,000 feet above sea level, the race takes runners through historic mining districts, across rocky trails, and up steep climbs, including the infamous ascent to Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet, the highest point of the race. Participants experience a mix of dirt roads, single-track trails, and rocky outcrops, all while navigating thin air and unpredictable weather. The Leadville Trail Marathon is not just a test of endurance but also a celebration of grit, determination, and the spirit of adventure in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
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Average Temperature
- Low: 50°F
- High: 70°F
# of Finishers
700-800 Half Marathon
600 to 700 Marathon
Course Information
Profile: Very Hilly
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Trails
Pace Groups: No
Time Limit: Unknown
Elevation Details
Elevation Gain: Unknown
Elevation Loss: Unknown
Qualifying Race For:
Boston: No
World Major Qualifier: No
Western States 100: No
UTMB Index: No
