Yes, because our course is USATF (USA Track and Field) certified, our race is a Boston qualifier.

Yampa Valley Regional Airport is 30 minutes from Steamboat Springs. You can fly into YVRA from Denver with connections across the country and around the world. You can also fly direct into Denver International Airport and rent a car or hire a shuttle service to Steamboat Springs.

No. Entry fees are not refundable. As a not-for-profit organization, we make every effort to work with local partners, vendors, and staff to produce the best race possible. We have a no-refund policy to preserve our ability to pay and support these organizations and people for the year-round work that goes into planning and producing the race. 

Yes. You are able to transfer your registration via RunSignups. Click here to download instructions. There will be a $20 transfer fee. Transfers can be made through June 6, 2026.

You are welcome to transfer races if space is available by following these instructions. There will be a $10 transfer fee (plus the difference between races if transferring up) for changing races. Please note that we will not refund the difference in price if you choose to move down. The last day to switch online is June 6. If you transfer after May 22, please check in with the timing team to ensure that you have the correct bib for your new race. 

If you are injured or unable to run, you may defer your race registration to the following year. Deferrals do not carry over beyond the following year’s race. There will be a $30 deferral fee through May 22, 2026. You can defer from the race by following these instructions. After May 22, no deferrals will be accepted, but you can still change your race distances.

Filing a refund request with RegShield is easy. Inside your confirmation email you will see “File A Refund Request” at the bottom of the confirmation email. You can also visit https://requestmyrefund.com/fanshield/refund. Here is a link to the help guide: https://help.runsignup.com/support/solutions/articles/17000133083-what-is-protecht-regshield-. 

Participants must meet the following minimum age requirements on race day: the full and half marathon are open to runners ages 16 and older, the 10K is open to ages 12 and older, and the Bar-U-Eat Fun Run welcomes kids ages 5 and up. The Fun Run begins at 11:45 a.m. and features a half-mile course on a paved road, starting and finishing at the courthouse in downtown Steamboat Springs.

We're working hard to make our race as sustainable as possible. Bring your own drop bag and we'll have it for you at the finish.

The marathon and half marathon course will close at 1:00 p.m., 5 ½ hours from the start time, a marathon pace of about 12:30 minutes per mile. We strictly enforce this policy. Race services, aid stations and traffic control will not be provided on the course after 5 ½ hours. An early start is not available. If you’re unable to run the full Marathon in less than 5 ½ hours, please register for the half marathon.

No. Due to other runners and the county roads being open to local traffic we do not allow strollers or dogs on the courses. 

No. Due to safety concerns and no parking available, we strongly advise against driving yourself to the full start.

A friend or relative can pick up your packet, but they must have your e-mail confirmation. There will be no race day packet pick-up. No exceptions.

We strongly advise against it. The roads are technically open to traffic, but we prefer there to be no bikes on the course. For safety considerations, we ask that everyone leave their bikes at home.

Spectating from the course is not allowed due the course traveling along RCR 129 which does not have sidewalks or pullouts and private driveways. If your friends and family would like to be on course, we are in need of aid station volunteers. Aid stations are in designated safe areas and approved areas by the County Commissioners. There are many opportunities for your friends and family to volunteer at these stations and still see you cross the finish line. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, click here. 

The half and full course are challenging with many rolling hills, and the altitude does increase difficulty if you aren't used to it. Be sure to check out the course maps and elevation profiles for more info.