Spirit Challenge - Steamboat Springs Running Series

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The Spirit Challenge offer three different distances, a 10k, 5k and Kid’s Fun Run. All races are on paved roads, except for the 5k which has a short section on trail. The Kid’s Fun Run is an 800m run consisting of 2 laps around the Steamboat Springs Middle School track. The Spirit Challenge is a long standing race in the Steamboat Springs Running Series, and gives runners a chance to get those feet moving after a long winter in the Yampa Valley. Come out and support this fun local race!

Proceeds from this race benefit the Yampa Valley Autism Program.

Distance: 10k, 5k and Kid’s Fun Run

Date: Saturday, May 18th 2024

Location: Steamboat Springs Middle School (39610 Amethyst Dr, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487)

Start Time: 10k and 5k – 9:00 am, Kids Run – 9:15 am

Pets: Leashed pets are welcome.
REGISTRATION
Register through RunSignup here

Online registration opens on December 11, 2023.

Online registration closes on Friday, May 17th at 6 pm.

Packet pick up and in person registration is only available at Steamboat Springs Middle School on race day from 8-8:45 am.

Registration Fees:

10k: $40 ($45 after April 17, $50 on race day)

5k: $25 ($30 after April 17, $35 on race day)

Prices do not include RunSignup fees

T-Shirt: $15 (Not guaranteed to be available after May 9th.)

No Refunds: all Steamboat Springs Running Series races benefit local non-profit organizations.
COURSE INFORMATION

10k Course Map

5k Course Map

The 5k run is a scenic, rolling road route. The race begins at the Steamboat Springs Middle School Parking lot. Runners will take a left on Amethyst Drive and continue on Strawberry Park Road until they reach a T in the road. From there, turn left onto N. Park Road. Turn left at Stehley Park onto the Butcherknife trail. Stay right when trail splits. Continue onto McKinley Street, then turn left on Maple Street. Turn left on Amethyst Drive and follow back to the finish line.

The 10k is a rolling out and back through Strawberry Park. The race begins at the Steamboat Springs Middle School Parking lot. Runners with take a left on Amethyst Drive and continue on towards Highland Road for turnaround.

The kid’s is an 800m run consisting of two laps around the Steamboat Springs Middle School track.

Aid Stations: One aid station provided at 10k turnaround only.
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