Course Overview
The Ouray Mountain Trail Run covers 13 miles through Colorado's San Juan Mountains in mid-September, starting and finishing at Fellin Park. This fundraiser for the local school takes runners on a mountain course with three aid stations, including a key checkpoint at roughly 7 miles that must be reached within 3 hours of the 7:30 AM start. Set at over 7,700 feet elevation in the heart of the San Juans, the course moves through high-altitude terrain where September weather can shift quickly from warm sunshine to sudden mountain storms. Runners will experience the dramatic landscape that surrounds this former mining town, with views of towering peaks and alpine terrain that define this corner of southwestern Colorado. The 3-hour cutoff at mile 7 suggests meaningful elevation gain in the first half, though specific climb details aren't readily available. This race suits runners comfortable with mountain conditions and altitude, particularly those who don't mind some uncertainty about exact course details. The September timing offers cooler temperatures than summer but requires preparation for variable mountain weather. Runners seeking a well-documented course with detailed elevation profiles might want more information before committing.