High Lonesome
· starts 4:00 AM
Salida, CO
High Lonesome is a trail race of 100 miles (161 km) in Salida, Colorado. The next edition is on Friday, July 16, 2027, starting at 4:00 AM. The race gives its climbing as 22,001 ft (6,706 m); measured from its course file, it's 22,664 ft (6,908 m). It starts at 8,555 ft (2,608 m) above sea level. Its high point is 13,100 ft (3,993 m). The course finishes where it starts. It's a Hardrock 100 qualifier and a Western States 100 qualifier. Entry is by lottery; registration opened on December 26, 2025. The field is about 200 runners.
There are 5 other upcoming 100-mile races in Colorado. High Lonesome climbs about 220 ft a mile (42 m per km), steeper than 60% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.
The course
Questions about High Lonesome
When is High Lonesome 2027?
High Lonesome 2027 is on Friday, July 16, 2027, starting at 4:00 AM local time.
Where is High Lonesome?
High Lonesome is held in Salida, Colorado.
How long is High Lonesome?
High Lonesome is 100 miles (161 km); its course file measures 99 miles.
How much elevation gain does High Lonesome have?
High Lonesome has 22,001 ft (6,706 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
Is High Lonesome a Western States qualifier?
Yes. High Lonesome is on the Western States 100's list of qualifying races. Check wser.org for the qualifying standard and years.
How do you get into High Lonesome?
Entry to High Lonesome is by lottery. Registration opened on December 26, 2025.
What is the weather usually like at High Lonesome?
Around High Lonesome's date, the day's high is typically about 81°F (27°C) and the low about 49°F (9°C), averaged over recent years.
Where can I see the High Lonesome elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has High Lonesome's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
How hilly is High Lonesome?
High Lonesome climbs about 220 ft a mile (42 m per km), steeper than 60% of the 142 100-mile races listed with their climbing.
What other 100-mile races are there in Colorado?
Other upcoming 100-mile races in Colorado include Hardrock 100 Endurance Run (July 9, 2027), Ouray 100 Mile Endurance Run (July 16, 2027) and Creede 50/100 (July 24, 2027).
Other races in Colorado
- Hardrock 100 Endurance Run 100 Miler · Jul 9, 2027
- Ouray 100 Mile Endurance Run 100 Miler · Jul 16, 2027
- Creede 50/100 100 Mile · Jul 24, 2027
- High Five 100 100 Mile · Aug 6, 2027
- Leadville Trail 100 Mile · Aug 21, 2027
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