Pre-run the course before the signs with Ride W/ GPS! Use the digital map to follow the route and stay on course!

Physical maps are available at the race.

Stats

These stats are based on our gpx file on ride w/ gps. GPS information can vary depending on the device and provider. If you're concerned that our information is not correct, please contact us at sports@vailrec.com

Race Start

Race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot (24747 US Highway 24, Minturn 81645). Just across Highway 24 from the Racer Parking.

Racers are asked to park in the designated parking area and NOT at Meadow Mountain Parking Lot.

Aid Stations

This is a more remote race than the rest of the Vail Trail Running Series. Because of this, it is highly recommended for you to prepare and bring your own water and fuel for on-course. Aid stations will still be on course with gear to help you refuel if necessary.

Water will be available at all aid stations to quench your thirst!

Thanks to Skratch Labs, there will be Skratch Hydration Sport Drink at Aid Stations to give you the electrolytes and energy it needs to finish strong.

The Vail Trail Running Series is a papercup-less race series. Please keep this in mind when preparing for the race. We highly encourage you to bring your own hydration device or reusable cups.  

Thanks to Northside Kitchen, there will be donuts and fresh fruit at race finish for you to refuel!

Course Directions

11K:

• The race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot, next to the Holy Cross Ranger Station
• Run south and accend Line Shack Trail
• Turn left onto the Line Shack Connector, towards Grouse Creek
• You have an aid station at the beginning of the Line Shack Connector
• Turn right up Grouse Creek Trail (Trail 2129)
• Turn right onto Meadow Mountain Trail, towards Line Shack Trail
• You have an aid station halfway across Meadow Mountain Trail
• Turn right and decend Line Shack Trail back to the finish

5K:

• The race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot, next to the Holy Cross Ranger Station
• Run south and accend Line Shack Trail
• You have an aid station at the Line Shack Connector, at 1 mile
• Continue to accend Line Shack Trail to the turn-around point
• Decend Line Shack Trail back to the finish

MeadowGold 11K & 5K Rates

*Day-of registration is available in person only.

Prices increase on Sunday, September 6, 2026.  Register Now!

Registration & Bib Pickup

Online registration is available until 3 p.m. the day before the race.

To register online, go to register.vailrec.com>>>Programs>>>Races>>>Trail Running & Community Races

Friday, September 11: Racers can pick up their race numbers or register ahead of time on Friday, September 12 from 4 to 6 p.m. at TBD.

Saturday, September 12: Race day bib pickup and registration will be available at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot from 8:00 to 8:55a.m.

• Racers are asked to park just west of the race start, next to the railroad tracks. It is a short walk across Highway 24 to the race start.
• The Race will start at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot (24747 US Highway 24, Minturn 81645). There is no racer parking available in this Parking Lot.

Parking

Racer parking is located at the Town of Minturn's Train Yard.

Directions to parking from 1-70:

• Take exit 171 (Minturn/Leadville) and turn right (southwest) onto Highway 24.
• Drive past the Holy Cross Ranger Station and the Race Start, then take the first left onto Country Road
• Racer Parking is located just across the bridge next to the railroad.
• There will be signs indicating where racer parking is located.
• It will be a short walk across Highway 24 to the race start at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot.

Race Start

Race begins at the Meadow Mountain Parking Lot (24747 US Highway 24, Minturn 81645). Just across Highway 24 from the Racer Parking.

Racers are asked to park in the designated parking area and NOT at Meadow Mountain Parking Lot.

Spectators

Spectators may park at the Town of Minturn's Train Yard or at the Grouse Creek Trailhead to hike up and cheer on racers. Carpooling is highly encouraged.

Awards

Will be presented at TBD. In addition to race prizes for the MeadowGold, we'll also be handing out series awards to celebrate the end of the season! Come and enjoy a free Mountain Time Lager, LIGHTSTRIKE Hard Refresher or Best Day Brewing N/A beer (if you're over 21 years old) and pizza while we celebrate another great season!

• 10K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
• 5K Awards: Prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in the following age groups: Juniors 19 and under, Open 20-39, 40-59 and 60 and over

Raffle

All racers will be entered into a raffle for great prizes from our sponsors! Racers must be present to win.

T-Shirts

At race finish, make sure to pick up your custom race t-shirt (cotton or tech material)! There is a large selection of sizes for you to chose from once you finish! We alternate t-shirt material each race for the Vail Trail Running Series.

Food

Enjoy some delicious donuts & fruit from Northside Kitchen after the race. Come to the after-party at TBD and enjoy some free beer (if you're over 21 years old) thanks to New Belgium Brewing - Mountain Time Lager and Best Day Brewing.

Check out Previous Race Results & Photos on the Race Results Webpage.

11K Record

• Men:
• Women:

5K Record

• Men:
• Women:

Volunteer!

Volunteering is a great way to get out on the course to cheer participants on! We also need help checking in participants, giving out racer swag & timing! You can inquire about volunteer possibilities by reaching out to sports@vailrec.com. Volunteers can help themselves to the donuts and get a race t-shirt once participants are finished.

Volunteering counts towards a race for the Series All-Star Prize at the end of the season!

Series Champions

2025 Series Champions

Short (5K) Series:

• Scores are based on your placement in your race category.
• Lowest score is crowned the Series Champion!
• Must complete 3 races* to qualify! Best 3 out of 5 scores
• Long races do not count towards points

Long Series:

• Scores are based on your placement in your race category.
• Lowest score is crowned the Series Champion!
• Must complete 5 races* to qualify! Best 5 out of 7 scores
• Short races do not count towards points

*Most races if no one has completed enough to qualify

Series All-Stars

We appreciate all our participants and hold a special place in our hearts for returning participants! Participants who race in all seven (7) races in the series will recieve a Vail Trail Running Series All-Star gift! Can be a combination of long and short races!

New for 2026, everyone that signs up for the series will recieve an iron-on 2026 Vail Trail Running Series All-Star patch.