Colorado · 50K
West Line Winder
West Line Winder is a 50K event held in Buena Vista, Colorado. It was last held on September 26, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 2,450 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Buena Vista, CO
- Field size
- ~2,450 runners
Race details
- Last held
- September 26, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Buena Vista, Colorado
- Distances
- 50K
- Field size
- About 2,450 runners
- Course
- 4000 ft gain
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- westlinewinder.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; 4000 ft gain (estimated from third-party elevation data)
About the West Line Winder
With glorious views of the Collegiate Peaks and 4,000ft of ascent along the way, these 18 or 30 miles of buttery single track and forest roads are perfect for everyone from the first time trail runner to the veteran ultra runner. Although the Arkansas Valley is famously known for its high alpine peaks, it’s a well kept secret that there’s a stash of arid, desert style trails just outside of Buena Vista (BEW-na Vista), CO - giving the West Line a feel like no other. The West Line Winder is put o…
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West Line Winder: common questions
- When is the West Line Winder?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the West Line Winder held?
- In Buena Vista, Colorado.
- What distances does the West Line Winder offer?
- 50K.
- How many people run the West Line Winder?
- About 2,450 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the West Line Winder?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the West Line Winder?
- Registration status as last checked September 22, 2026: open. $190 (from runsignup.com, checked September 22, 2026).
- What is the course like at the West Line Winder?
- Loop course; Road surface; 4000 ft gain (estimated from third-party elevation data).
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