Lone Tree, United States of America · Saturday 7 November 2026
The 18th Annual Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon returns to Highlands Ranch on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. This 13.1-mile race winds through the Douglas County East/West Trail and the scenic Highlands Ranch Backcountry Wilderness Area—offering singletrack, hills, and breathtaking views at every turn. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three male, female, and non-binary finishers: 1st – $600 | 2nd – $400 | 3rd – $200 Whether you re chasing a personal best or taking on the trails for the first time, this race delivers a rewarding test of endurance and Colorado beauty. All participants will receive the following: Long sleeve technical race shirt Custom race bib Custom finisher medal Pancake breakfast from Flippin Flapjacks Post-race beers compliments of Living the Dream Brewing
Adjusted Time
1:40:47
Time difference: -4.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Lone Tree, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 0m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon website.
This is a very flat course with only 0m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 0m to 0m above sea level — a 0m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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