camp & run

Overview of Camp & Run

All running levels welcome

Please join Runners for Public Lands, the Cloud City Conservation Center, Friends of Lake County, and the Lake County Tourism Panel for an inspirational weekend in Leadville, Colorado from Friday, June 13th through Sunday, June 15th! The weekend will include discussions with local experts, hands-on service projects, and time to connect with new friends. There will be opportunities to run, hike, swim, and explore the treasured landscapes of this iconic trail-running town throughout the weekend, and we will also have the opportunity to try new products gifted from our brand coalition partners including Teva, Best Day Brewing, GU, and more!

As a non-profit committed to creating inclusive communities dedicated to protecting the environment, Runners for Public Lands, our partners, and our sponsors, welcome everyone to join us for this amazing opportunity! For anyone interested in this event but unable to manage the fee, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at info@runnersforpubliclands.org to inquire about available ‘camperships.’

This Camp & Run is based on the ancestral homelands of the Ute people. We express our gratitude for their understanding and stewardship of the living lands through which we run.

 

Register for Leadville, CO

Details for 2025 Leadville Camp & Run

Overview:

Each day will include opportunities to run/hike as a group or, if you prefer, on your own. Throughout the weekend we will offer various activities to learn more about the history of Leadville and give back to the community through a hands-on service project. We will gather together for lunch and dinner each day, and in the evenings we welcome everyone to join us around the campfire as we share stories, chat about this beautiful place, and discuss topics relevant to trail running and the environment.

Cost:

$75 per person for the weekend, including camping, coffee, lunches, dinners, and some snacks.

 

Location:

High Mountain Institute

 

Service Projects:

  • Saturday: Visit Malanzana to hear about the impact of recreation on small businesses in Leadville. Then, learn about regenerative farming with a tour and farm dinner at the Cloud City Conservation Center’s farm project brought to you by Best Day Brewing and enjoy a farm dinner featuring an interactive conversation with Dani Reyes-Acosta.
  • Sunday: Join the U.S. Forest Service and Friends of Lake County on a Halfmoon Road Cleanup and illegal fire ring removal.

Runs:

  • Saturday Morning: Trail Run from Camp from 8am -12pm. Choose your distance!
  • Sunday Afternoon: Trail Run and Swim at Turquoise Lake. Choose your distance!

Sponsors:

Teva, Best Day Brewing, GU

 

Additional Information

What to Bring:

  • Personal food/drinks for breakfast (and snacks): Coffee will be provided in the morning. Lunches, dinners, and some snacks and beverage options will also be provided. Note: If you have food restrictions, please let us know and consider bringing food that you know works for you! We will do our best to accommodate all, but we may need your help! 
  • Running Gear: Trail running shoes will be provided by Teva, but bring your own running pack with hydration capability
  • Protection: Sunscreen, chapstick, and/or sun protective clothing.
  • Trail work clothing: Appropriate clothing for trail work/clean-up. 
  • Camp gear: Tent, sleeping bag, headlamp, reusable water bottle, mug, plates, utensils, etc
  • Warm layers: Beanie, warm jacket, warm socks

Alternate Accomodations

If camping isn’t your thing, below are some options for accommodations in Leadville, CO. While the cost to camp with us is included in the registration fee for this event, other accommodation options will be at your own expense: Freight Leadville, Timberline, The Delaware, Inn the Clouds Hostel, The Majestic, Old Tale Inn, Leadville Motor Lodge