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Mountains to the Desert Classic

Telluride, Colorado · Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 103 Miles, 73 Miles, 110 Miles

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Mountains to the Desert Classic takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Telluride, Colorado. The race offers 3 distances: 103 Miles, 73 Miles, 110 Miles. For anyone travelling in, Montrose is about 37 miles away and Lakewood is about 191 miles away.

It is one of 155 races on the Colorado calendar that September. At $185, entry sits above the $85 median for a Colorado ultra.

Date
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Location
Telluride, Colorado
Distances
103 Miles, 73 Miles, 110 Miles
Entry fee
from $185

Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.

Making a race weekend of it?

Stay near the start line in Telluride: check in Sep 25, out Sep 27.

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Common questions

When is Mountains to the Desert Classic?

Mountains to the Desert Classic is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Where is Mountains to the Desert Classic held?

Mountains to the Desert Classic is held in Telluride, Colorado. It is about 37 miles from Montrose and 191 miles from Lakewood.

What distances does Mountains to the Desert Classic offer?

The listed distances are 103 Miles, 73 Miles, 110 Miles.

How much does Mountains to the Desert Classic cost?

Entry is listed from $185. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.

How do I register for Mountains to the Desert Classic?

Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.

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