Chug along a path steeped in history and natural beauty at the Steamboat Marathon&mdash;a race that invites you to relive the golden days of steamboat lore while experiencing the thrill of modern running. Navigate through charming towns and along winding rivers, where every step is imbued with heritage and the promise of new triumphs. With passionate volunteers and a meticulously organized route, this marathon is an immersive journey that connects the past with the vibrant energy of today.
Why You&rsquo;ll Love It:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Historic Charm: Enjoy a course that interweaves scenic river views with the legacy of steamboat culture.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Local Flavor: Engage with a community that celebrates local history and supports every runner with genuine warmth.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Well-Planned Experience: Thoughtful organization ensures a smooth, memorable adventure from start to finish.</li>
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A Few Things to Keep in Mind:
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Gentle inclines add a touch of challenge, inviting you to celebrate each small victory along the way.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">The blend of cultural highlights and athletic challenge creates an experience that is as enriching as it is exhilarating.</li>
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Closing the Journey: As the final whistle blows, let the echoes of history and the joy of accomplishment carry you forward. The Steamboat Marathon isn&rsquo;t just a race&mdash;it&rsquo;s a voyage through time and triumph. Embrace the spirit of the past and the promise of the future, and step into an experience that will leave you inspired and ready for your next adventure. About Us Join Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County as we celebrate the kickoff of Year 4 of our plan to build 15 homes in 5 years! The race will be a huge thank you to our volunteers, sponsors, sub-contractors, and Partner Families as well as an opportunity to learn more about how Habitat Archuleta supports workforce homeownership in the county. Participants will enjoy viewing completed Habitat built houses along the course located on Sam Houston Ave and Domicile Circle. Bring your camp chairs and loudest cheering voices for a day of walking and running fun to celebrate neighbors helping neighbors!  
New in 2025! We&#39;ll have a FREE Kids Super Sprint option as well as a 10K!
 Each person must register to participate in any of the three distances. Online registration closes at Noon on May 30. We offer on-site registration on RACE DAY at packet pick-up. Registration fees increase on race day, so sign-up early to save. All proceeds from the event will go toward building materials for our 2025 build season and lunches for 2025 volunteers.  Thank You Sponsors! Huge SHOUT OUT to our sponsors that make building affordable workforce housing in our community possible! We could not do this without your support! THANK YOU to Wolf Song Running Adventures, Terry&#39;s Ace Hardware, Concrete Connections, San Juan Redimix, Our Home Pagosa, Colorado Dream Homes, First Shelter LLC, Mr. Sam Cassidy, Dobson Solar, Mountain Man Mitigation, Heart of a Building, Mountain &amp; Meadow Real Estate, PAWSD, Rocky Mountain Bird &amp; Pest, Archuleta County, and Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association (PLPOA)!
 Packet Pickup Participants can pick up their goodie bags the day of the race near the start/finish line from 9:00-9:45 am. 
 Race Morning Schedule Event Day Registration: 9:00 am - 9:45 am Goodie Bag Pickup: 9:00 am - 9:45 am Course Briefing: 9:55 am 10k Race Start: 10:00 am 5k Race Start: 10:15 am Kids Super Sprint Race Start: 11:00 am Awards Ceremony: 11:30 am
 Race Pricing 5k Distance Jan. 1 - April 30: $35 May 1 - May 30: $40 Race Day: $50  *Plus applicable registration fees from Run Signup 10k Distance Jan. 1 - April 30: $55 May 1 - May 30: $60 Race Day: $70 *Plus applicable registration fees from Run Signup Kids Super Sprint FREE - for all kids 12 and under For race day registration, we accept cash, checks, and credit cards.   Course Descriptions The start/finish line for all courses is 0.1 mile from the PLPOA Clubhouse. The course for the kids super sprint is approximately 0.5 miles in distance and is a combination of gravel/dirt road mix. The course for the 5k and 10k is a combination of gravel/dirt road mix with a 0.3 mile section of pavement on Trails Blvd. that you will encounter twice on the course for a total of 0.6 miles of pavement. All courses are marked with signs at each kilometer, orange cones, and course marshals at key intersections. All participants should stay on the left side of the road and inside the orange cones for safety.  Once you turn around, this means participants will now be on the right side of the road. Stay on the inside of the orange cones for safety.
 Aid Stations The 5k course will have 1 aid station at the turnaround point at approximately 1.5 miles with water and fruit.
The 10k course will have 2 aid stations.  The first aid is at approximately 1.5 miles with water and fruit. The second aid station is the turnaround at approximately 2.9 miles and will have water and fruit.  
 Directions and Parking Info The race takes place at the PLPOA Clubhouse located at 230 Port Ave, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147. Parking is available in the PLPOA parking lot. Once that is full, overflow parking is on the west side of Lake Street. NO PARKING on the east side of Lake or at the Lake Street turnout. Lake Street will be coned off and ONLY race officials are allowed beyond that point for the safety of participants and volunteers. Additional parking is available on the north side of Port Ave. NO PARKING on the south side of Port. There will be abundant signage indicating which side NOT to park. Volunteers will direct participants where to park. Please use caution and drive slowly.  Sponsor a Kilometer! Contact us at <a style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )" href="mailto:office&#64;habitatarchuleta.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">office&#64;habitatarchuleta.org</a>, or call 970-264-6960 for details on how you or your business/organization can Sponsor a Kilometer! In exchange for sponsorship, we&#39;ll feature your business on signs on the course and information about you in our goodie bags that every participant receives. 
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Steamboat Marathon

Post-Race Review/ Results

Steamboat Springs Chamber CEO Sarah Leonard expressed her thanks and appreciation to all the people who contributed to the success of the 2025 Steamboat Marathon on June 1.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results