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Desert RATS by UTMB


CO

UTMB Direct 32 UTMB Running Stones
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Desert RATS by UTMB is a trail race of 29.8 miles (48 km) in Colorado. The next edition is on Saturday, April 10, 2027. The race gives its climbing as 3,445 ft (1,050 m); measured from its course file, it's 5,131 ft (1,564 m). It starts at 4,685 ft (1,428 m) above sea level. Its high point is 5,368 ft (1,636 m). The course finishes where it starts. It's a UTMB World Series Event, whose top three men and women go straight to the UTMB Finals. Finishers earn 2 UTMB Running Stones toward the UTMB lottery. Registration is open to all.

There are 25 other upcoming 50K races in Colorado. Desert RATS by UTMB climbs about 116 ft a mile (22 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 63 50K races listed with their climbing.

30.5miDistance
3,445ftClimbing
75°Flow 46°FTypical race day

The course

30.5miMeasured distance
—Aid stations
5,131ftMeasured climb
5,131ftDescent
5,368ftHigh point
4,516ftLow point

Questions about Desert RATS by UTMB

When is Desert RATS by UTMB 2027?

Desert RATS by UTMB 2027 is on Saturday, April 10, 2027.

Where is Desert RATS by UTMB?

Desert RATS by UTMB is held in Colorado.

How long is Desert RATS by UTMB?

Desert RATS by UTMB is 29.8 miles (48 km); its course file measures 30.5 miles.

How much elevation gain does Desert RATS by UTMB have?

Desert RATS by UTMB has 3,445 ft (1,050 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.

How do you get into Desert RATS by UTMB?

Desert RATS by UTMB has open registration.

What is the weather usually like at Desert RATS by UTMB?

Around Desert RATS by UTMB's date, the day's high is typically about 75°F (24°C) and the low about 46°F (8°C), averaged over recent years.

Where can I see the Desert RATS by UTMB elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?

runfarwhere has Desert RATS by UTMB'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 Desert RATS by UTMB?

Desert RATS by UTMB climbs about 116 ft a mile (22 m per km), flatter than 75% of the 63 50K races listed with their climbing.

What other 50K races are there in Colorado?

Other upcoming 50K races in Colorado include Mountain Peacock 50k (November 15, 2026), Colorado Cold Rush Ultra (November 21, 2026) and Rattler Trail Race (April 17, 2027).

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