DIRT FEST

July 11-12, 2025

Thank you to all the athletes and volunteers who participated in the Race in the Clouds Dirt Fest!

Athletes headed up to the town of Alma, Colorado at 10,578 feet to participate in the Race in the Clouds Dirt Fest – a series of multisport races showcasing the breathtaking beauty and historical heritage of North America's highest incorporated town. Learn more about visiting Alma in this article in Islands, an online travel magazine.

The Dirt Fest takes place the weekend before Festival in the Clouds, an annual celebration of live music, artwork, good food, and community. The Festival is free to attend and takes place on the grounds of the Alma Town Park. All proceeds from both the Race and the Festival benefit the Alma Foundation. 

JULY 11, 2025 ~ 1PM at the ALMA TOWN PARK

We kicked off the weekend with the Pedal & Dash Bash!

This was a FREE family friendly run and bike race designed for young athletes ages 12 and under! Kids raced a 3/4 mile loop, which they could lap multiple times. Every participant received a race bib, a goodie bag, a complimentary USAT Kids Membership, post-race snacks, and the unforgettable feeling of crossing the Race in the Clouds Finish Line! 

We had both riders and runners participating. We started things off with the bike race at 1:30 PM. As soon as all riders completed the course (they could do multiple laps, up to three) we started the runners. Kids could bike and run. This event was all about FUN!

If you have any questions please get in touch with Liz, our Race Coordinator, at raceintheclouds@gmail.com.

JULY 12, 2025 ~ ALL DAY at the BUCKSKIN CEMETERY MEADOW

The day featured 8 epic trail races, including mountain bike races, trail runs, and an off-road duathlon. Participants could relax at the Buckskin Cemetery Meadow, where they enjoyed food, music, vendors, and festival vibes.

We also offered Special Divisions for High School and Middle School athletes. Student athletes competed in age-appropriate races with podium recognition and awards. This was the perfect summer challenge for youth athletes!

If you have any questions please get in touch with Liz, our Race Coordinator, at raceintheclouds@gmail.com.

A Special Thank You to Our Partners

We couldn't host this race without your incredible support! Your commitment to our community and this event help make Race Day possible — we are truly grateful.

Thank you for being part of the adventure!

• Turtleback Trailers (our Title Sponsor)
• The Town of Alma
• The US Forest Service
• Native Custom Cycles
• Highside Brewing
• Prather's Market
• South Park Saloon, Alma Gym, Black Kettle Coffee, Bristlecone Bakery, Breckenridge Housekeeping and the Al-Mart
• Highridge Woodworking
• Epic Adventures
• USA Triathlon

ABOUT THE COURSE

The course is a dynamic mix of terrain designed to challenge and inspire. Athletes will navigate a combination of dirt county roads, chunky and steep Forest Service jeep tracks technical descents, extended climbs, and some truly sweet stretches of singletrack. 

The layout is a multi-loop figure-eight design, bringing participants through the expo area at the Buckskin Cemetery Meadow multiple times. This not only keeps the energy high but also gives athletes that extra surge of motivation from cheering spectators as they push to conquer the course. 

ABOUT THE DIRT FEST

The Dirt Fest is the ultimate grassroots off-road experience, packed with adventure, community, and challenge. We're offering a Trail Half Marathon, a Trail 10K, and an Off-Road Duathlon (4-mile run/13-mile bike). Combined with the Pedal & Dash Bash on Friday, the weekend truly offers something for everyone. Top it all off with on-site camping, and you'll enjoy an unparalleled, community-driven weekend of dirt, grit, and stoke. 

RACE CATEGORIES

MOUNTAIN BIKE RACES

USA TRIATHLON SANCTIONING

This event is being sanctioned by USA Triathlon. Every race entry includes a one-day membership (or annual membership for athletes 17 years old and under), which includes $25,000 of participant accident insurance. We hate to think that any athlete might get injured, but these sports are not without risks. USAT Annual Members will receive a registration rebate at packet pickup.