Many of our running events are part of the RaBa Cinco series. See www.rabacinco.com for additional information on this series.
2021 Events
Spanish Peaks Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, and Fun Run
Sunday, September 19, 2021 – Registration now open at active.com or mail in the paper form.
An out and back run on Highway 12, the scenic Highway of Legends, designated a National Scenic Byway in February 2021! The course includes a gradual outbound ascent totaling 756 feet of elevation gain and a smooth, even downhill cruise when the first half’s work is done. The turning point is arguably at one of the most scenic areas of the Highway of Legends with the stone dike formations looming to the east.
New this year is the 2-person Half Marathon Relay. Also available is a Fun Run option.
Packet pickup begins Sunday morning at 7 am at La Veta Town Park, or pick up your packet Saturday September 18 from 2-6 pm at Two Peaks Fitness, 216 S Main St in La Veta.
The Half Marathon and Half Marathon Relay begin at 8:30 am, with the Fun Run at 9 am.
- Half Marathon early registration: $45; $50 after August 15
- Half Marathon Relay: $70
- Fun Run: $20
Scholarships available for teens; contact info@twopeaksfitness.org for more information.
2020 Events
Spanish Peaks Half Marathon and Fun Run
Saturday October 3, 2020 – 40 runners completed the 2020 Spanish Peaks Half Marathon, part of the RaBa Cinco Series. Overall winners were Kermit Snyder of Rocky Ford (1:28:49) and Amber Ramirez of Raton (1:48:48). View the full results.
The first place finisher in the 6th Annual Fun Run was Kestrel Cservenak of Pueblo.
Kermit Snyder (Half Marathon)
Kestrel Cservenak (Fun Run)
Awards for the Half Marathon were as follows:
- Male & Female “Under 40” – first, second, and third place (total 6 awards)
- Male and Female “Age 40-54” – first, second, and third place (total 6 awards)
- Male and Female “Age 55 and over” – first, second, and third place (total 6 awards)
The 2020 RaBa Team Champion was Team Las Animas County.
Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors!
2019 Events
La Veta Oktoberfest Half Marathon
Saturday October 5 – 33 runners completed this inaugural event. Race results are at http://www.ccrtiming.com/events-results/2019-results/La%20Veta%20Oktoberfest.htm. Top overall winners were Scott Pfahler of Aurora (1:26:12) and Heidi Clarke of Castle Rock (1:34:43).
Thank you to all of our sponsors and volunteers! Proceeds from these running events fund Spring Fire disaster flood relief and recovery. These activities are part of the RaBa Cinco Series organized by the Spanish Peaks Striders. For questions or to help sponsor these events, email info@twopeaksfitness.org. All donations are tax deductible.
5th Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk
First finisher for the 2019 Fun Run – Hans Noordik of La Veta
Saturday June 8 – 5K in conjunction with Huajatolla Heritage Festival. Part of the 2019 RaBa Cinco series.
Saturday July 20 – 5K Fun Run/10K in conjunction with Francisco Fort Day. Part of the 2019 RaBa Cinco series.
