La Sportiva EverGold 5k & 11k ...

• 5k - Non-Series race:- Run 3.1 Miles
• 11k - Series race:- 11k

Race Information

The seventh and final race in the Vail Recreation District's (VRD) La Sportiva Vail Mountain Trail Running Series, the EverGold 11k and 5k will begin and end at the Vail Golf Club. Runners traverse along the Vail Trail to Golden Peak, up the popular Berry Picker trail to Lion Down, & back to Golden Peak before finishing back on the Vail Trail for a distance just over seven miles. Runners experience an average grade of 10 percent and gain nearly 1,700 feet in elevation throughout the race. Those participating in the 5k will also run on the Vail Trail to Golden Peak before turning around on the Vail Trail back to the Vail Golf Club.

Parking

Parking is available at the Vail Village Parking Structure. NO RACER PARKING AT THE VAIL GOLF CLUB! Runners can either run 1.6 miles to the race start at the Vail Golf Club from Vail Village Parking Structure or take a free shuttle ride, which will run from 8:30am-10am. Please arrive no later than 9:15 am for the shuttle to ensure you make it to the starting line on time!

Return shuttle service from the Vail Golf Club back to the Vail Village Parking Structure will run from 11:30am-1:30pm at the conclusion of both races and the awards ceremony.

After Party

A complimentary continental breakfast to be offered to runners at the Happy Valley Grill at the Vail Golf Club following the race during the Series Awards Ceremony around 11:30am. Coffee, juice, and breakfast items will be provided.