Summit Hike

Hike85Saturday, September 7, 2024

Start time: 5:00 a.m.

Location: Fields Park, Manitou Springs 101 El Paso Blvd. (repeat hikers please make note of the check-in park change; Fields Park is at the corner of El Paso Blvd. & Beckers Ln. in Manitou Springs)

Distance: 13-mile ascent to the summit of Pikes Peak
Transportation is provided from the park, to the trailhead and back down the mountain via the Pikes Peak Highway

Cost: $30 registration fee until June 20th 
$40 registration fee until August 19th
$50 registration until the day of the event

Donation minimum $200 per person

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Teams: Create a team and share in the fundraising responsibilities. As long as your teams total amount of donations equals $200 per person, you have met your fundraising requirements. For example, a team of 5 needs to raise $200 per person or $1,000 as a team.

The Pikes Peak Challenge is a fun and well-supported hike that starts before sunrise and will challenge you to the summit with cheering squads and encouragement the whole way! It is the ultimate test of our own mental and physical boundaries as we raise money and awareness for those who have suffered an injury to the brain whose daily challenges surmount our own.

The hike takes place on the well-established Barr Trail. From the Trailhead hikers make their way 13 miles up the trail to the beautiful summit at 14,115ft.  The event is a 13-mile ascent to the summit of Pikes Peak. Once at the summit, enjoy an energy snack and the amazing views. You will be transported back down the mountain to Manitou Springs Fields Park where you can relax and have lunch.

Each participant must be pre-registered. You can register online or by mail-in registration. You must be 12 years old (accompanied by an adult) and in good physical condition to hike. Registration deadline is September 5th.

Once you register, you will receive a personal online fundraising link. Cash/check donations can be mailed to the address below and when received they will be allocated to your fundraising page. You can also turn them in on the day of the hike.

BIAC/Pikes Peak Challenge
1325 S. Colorado Blvd., Ste. B300
Denver, CO 80222

A non-refundable registration fee is required and includes:

  • Event T-Shirt
  • Transportation to the trail head and back down to the park
  • Medal for every participant
  • Lunch

HIKERS: Please make sure to read the Hiker’s Manual in its entirety.

Click Here to Register For the Summit Hike

One event. Four challenges. Choose your summit!

All funds raised support programs of the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado.

The Pikes Peak Challenge takes place on the Pike National Forest.

Summit Hike

Summit Hike

13-mile hike to the magnificent 14,115ft summit of Pikes Peak.

Learn more about Summit Hike
Barr Camp Hike

Barr Camp Hike

13-mile round trip hike to the unique cabin at beautiful Barr Camp.

Learn more about Barr Camp Hike
Manitou Walk

Manitou Walk

2-mile walk around the picturesque town of Manitou Springs.

Learn more about Manitou Walk
Virtual Challenge

Virtual Challenge

A virtual option for those unable to attend the event.

Learn more about Virtual Challenge