<p>Running since 1956, Pikes Peak Marathon is the oldest continuously held marathon in the United States. The trail takes runners from Manitou Springs to the Pikes Peak at above 14,000 feet.</p>
<p>Besides the marathon, the event includes a 13.3-mile sister race, Pikes Peak Ascent, that finishes at the summit. Both races are physically demanding and previous experience in high-altitude running is recommended. Expect eight aid stations, each with water, Gatorade, energy bars, fruit, cookies, and pretzels.</p> <h4 style="text-align:center">13.32 miles and 8,000ft of elevation gain.</h4>
<h4 style="text-align:center">From Manitou Springs to the summit of Pikes Peak. A challenge unlike any other!  </h4>
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<h4 style="text-align:center">Due to the nature of the trail to the summit, </h4>
<h4 style="text-align:center">all runners must first complete a Qualifying run before entry.</h4>
<h4 style="text-align:center">See the <u><b><a href="/Race/PikesPeakAscent/Page/Qualifying" target="_top" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Qualifications</a></b></u> page for details. </h4>
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Pikes Peak Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

The 2024 Pikes Peak Marathon on Sunday, September 22, was shortened due to snow.

Snow on Pikes Peak shortens marathon route

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

The 2024 Pikes Peak Marathon will be held on Sunday, September 22.

What you need to know: Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent

Ron Ilgen, the executive director of the Pikes Peak Marathon for more than 20 years, will be stepping down and a group of race directors will take over his role.

Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Marathon is stepping down

Jonathan Aziz won the 2023 Pikes Peak Marathon in 3:43:45 while Kristina Mascarenas won the women's race in 4:31.33.

Jonathan Aziz, Kristina Mascarenas go back-to-back in Pikes Peak Marathon

Extremely tough race, but worth the effort

Have to do it at least once! Bucket list race!

It will humble you, but also bring you back

Great race - perfect organization - lovely people

It's a mountain run that happens to be 26.2 miles

Wonderful.  I wish I could run it every year.

My Favorite Marathon - The Scenery is Incredible

This is the most fun I've had running a marathon.

Inspiring trek to the clouds and home again

Inspirational, undescribable to put into words.

Pikes Peak Marathon + Ascent

Marathon Results