The Collegiate Peaks Trail Run in Buena Vista, Colorado, features two challenging race options of 25 miles and 50 miles, demanding both physical endurance and mental resilience. The course begins and concludes along the Arkansas River, primarily navigating single-track and jeep trails that trace parts of the historic Midland Railroad, showcasing breathtaking scenery and stunning views throughout the journey. Runners experience an elevation starting at nearly 8,000 feet, with each loop featuring over 3,500 feet of elevation gain and loss, creating an up-and-down course that tests their limits. The 25-mile race follows the loop once in a clockwise direction, while the 50-mile race tackles it twice, first clockwise and then counterclockwise, making for an unforgettable experience amid lands managed by the National Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management.