Welcome
Welcome to Coal Creek Canyon, a small mountain community located midway between Golden and Boulder. One of the highlights of our year is the annual Fourth of July Celebration. We would like to invite area runners to come out and experience the beauty of the canyon with a 5K or 12K run.
The Scar Top Mountain Run is a challenging 12K (7.4 mile) run primarily on the dirt roads of Coal Creek Canyon, located just 25 minutes from Golden or Boulder. The race features 1,000 feet of climbing and an equal amount of descent as it traverses the flanks of Scar Top Mountain.
The Spruce Canyon 5K is a kinder, gentler version. At just 3.1 miles in length, the Spruce Canyon 5K offers 300 feet of elevation change throughout the run.
Afterwards, we hope you'll stick around for some good, hometown, Fourth of July fun at CanyonFest - a family fun event that features a parade, booths, pancake breakfast, music, and games for the kids.
The Scar Top Mountain Run 12K will be included in the Colorado Runner Racing Series point standings, hosted by Colorado Runner Magazine. Please click the links to learn about the point series or the magazine. Colorado Runner is a proud supporter of running and racing in Colorado.
The Course
Scar Top Mountain Run: This 12K run is a challenging route, run over predominantly dirt roads in Coal Creek Canyon. There is a short half-mile stretch of pavement in the first and last mile of the race.
The course contains nearly 1,000 feet of climbing and an equal amount of descent spread over 7.4 miles. the course offers spectacular views as it rolls through our mountain neighborhood.
Four aid stations will be located along the route, with enthusiastic volunteers to cheer you on.
Spruce Canyon 5K: This run is kinder, gentler version of the 12K course, and is run over a mix of paved and dirt roadways. The first and last half-mile are flat, however the middle miles are rolling and hilly.
Age Groups & Awards
Awards in both the 5K and 12K will be presented to the first place Overall Male & Female Finishers, as well as the Top-3 Male & Female Finishers in the following Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over. We will also award sponsor merchandise by random drawing following the race.
Results
Results will be posted in the finish line area immediately following the race. They will also be posted to this website on the afternoon of the race.
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Schedule
- 7:00 a.m. - Race Registration Opens
- 7:30 a.m. - Pancake Breakfast Opens
- 8:00 a.m. - 12K Run Starts
- 8:05 a.m. - 5K Run Starts
- 9:30 a.m. - 5K Awards
- 9:45 a.m. - 12K Awards
- 9:30 a.m. - Pancake Breakfast Closes
- 10:00 a.m. - Parade
Entry Information
Registration opens on January 1st. A link to online registration, and a print-and-mail entry form will be available right here!!!
Entry into the 5K is just $20 pre-registered, or $25 for the 12K. Online Registration closes at midnight on July 2nd. Day of race entry is $5 more. Your race entry includes a custom race T-shirt, goody bag, music, post-race munchies, and entry into our post-race prize drawing. Then enjoy the rest of CanyonFest with your friends and family.
All runners also receive a $1.00 discount to the Pancake Breakfast (closes at 9:30 a.m.) or $1.00 off the ala carte lunch which follows the parade. You can pre-purchase your pancake breakfast ticket(s) with your entry for just $5.00, but please plan accordingly. If you do not believe you can finish the race and still make breakfast before the 9:30 closing, you might want to wait for lunch to open following the parade.
 Both Races Will Be Chip Timed
 The Scar Top Mountain Run 12K and Spruce Canyon 5K will be timed using the state of the art AMB ChipX timing system. All participants will receive a comfortable ankle band on race morning. These must be worn during the race and returned at the finish line, allowing us to produce instant accurate results for the race. All chips must be returned immediately following the event.
Proceeds
100 percent of the profits from the event go directly back into the community via scholarships, community activities, and a meeting hall for local happenings.
Directions
From Golden: Take Highway 93 North approximately 8 miles to the intersection with Highway 72 (Coal Creek Canyon). Turn left (west) onto Highway 72 and drive 8.5 miles to the Coal Creek Community Center. Volunteers will assist you with parking.
From Boulder: Take Highway 93 South approximately 6 miles to the intersection with Highway 72 (Coal Creek Canyon). Turn right (west) onto Highway 72 and drive 8.5 miles to the Coal Creek Community Center. Volunteers will assist you with parking.
From Denver: Take I-70 West to exit 265, this will put you onto Hwy 58. Stay on Hwy 58 for approximately 6 miles to the stoplight. Turn right at the stoplight onto Hwy 93. Take Highway 93 North approximately 8 miles to the intersection with Highway 72 (Coal Creek Canyon). Turn left (west) onto Highway 72 and drive 8.5 miles to the Coal Creek Community Center. Volunteers will assist you with parking.
For more information, call Darrin or Jill at 303-642-7917, or email info@racingunderground.com
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