Emerald Mountain Epic

⛰️ Scenic
🪅 Festival
🧰 Supported
Event Date

Aug 2, 2025

Location

Steamboat Springs, CO

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Tackle Steamboat’s epic trails in a premier endurance challenge!

The Emerald Mountain Epic is Steamboat Springs' signature two-day endurance event, taking place August 2–3, 2025. The event features mountain biking on August 2 and trail running on August 3, offering a uniquely rewarding race experience through 90% singletrack trails, major elevation gains, and picturesque Colorado wilderness. Athletes can compete in a 52-mile mountain bike race, half and full marathons, or team up in relay categories—each emphasizing community spirit, camaraderie, and competition.

COURSE DETAILS

90% singletrack and 100% dirt trails with steep climbs and technical descents make up the Emerald Mountain Epic course, with major (exact numbers unspecified) elevation gains and stunning forested views throughout.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Proceeds support local nonprofits: Partners For Youth and Routt County Riders
  • On-course medical teams and rapid-response paramedics ensure athlete safety
  • The 'Royalty of the ’Boat' challenge combines multi-day bike and run events
  • Celebrated for its community spirit and rewarding challenge

RIDE TYPES

Endurance

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

52-mile bike race; half marathon (13.1 mi); full marathon (26.2 mi)

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Significant elevation gains (exact numbers unspecified)

Terrain

90% singletrack, 100% dirt

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