Course Overview
The Bobcat Trail Races 10K takes place each October in Palmer Park, right in the heart of Colorado Springs. This 6.4-mile trail run offers 710 feet of climbing through one of the city's best urban trail systems, with views of Pikes Peak and the surrounding mountains along the way. The course winds through diverse terrain, moving from forested sections to rocky outcrops and bluffs that provide those signature Colorado vistas. Palmer Park's trail network offers a good mix of single-track and wider paths, with enough technical variety to keep things interesting without being overly challenging. One aid station at the halfway point keeps things simple for this distance. October weather is typically pleasant for running, though mornings can be crisp at the park's 6,590-foot elevation. Runners looking for a solid trail 10K with manageable climbing and scenic payoff will find this race hits the mark. The urban park setting makes it accessible while still feeling like a proper trail experience, and the relatively modest elevation gain makes it approachable for those newer to trail running or stepping up from road races.