HiIlyGoat Run Retreat
About
Come run with me in Boulder, Colorado during the fall season. It’s a great time to experience the local trails of Boulder and also get up to the high country to see the leaves changing. We will run some classic trails in Boulder, including Green Mountain and the Boulder skyline. Plus, I’ll take you up to the high country for some of my favorite fall leaf-peeping routes.
Is This Camp For Me?
Trail runners of all abilities are welcome to the camp.
Pacers/Guides are provided for each run to accommodate varying paces; however, this is NOT a hiking camp. If you're still unsure about pace, please contact us directly and we can help you decide.
We would like you to arrive to camp ready to run 8-11 miles each day with roughly 1,000-2,000 feet of gain. if you can run 8+ miles at any pace (but specify run vs. hike) then you're in shape enough to participate in this camp.
Please do not show up injured out of respect for the other campers.
Our goal for each run is to show you some of the most beautiful trails around the Boulder area. Boulder is situated at just over 5,400 feet, with the highest peaks around 8,500 feet, so this is the perfect camp for you if you are looking for some altitude training and to see the fall colors changing. We will go on one higher altitude run (reaching up to 13,000 feet) for one of the longer runs. You can expect varying terrain; rocky and smooth terrain, single-track, jaw-dropping views, and much more! Bring layers to this camp, September in Colorado can be quite warm and chilly in the mornings and evenings.
What to Expect
A typical day will start with a healthy breakfast, a short pre-run meeting, and some light activation. Each run will be approximately 5-14 miles in length with anywhere between 1,000 - 2,500 feet of elevation gain over varied terrain. We will have one longer run planned up at a high elevation. Shorter and/or longer run options are available for each day. The afternoons will include a variety of activities including workshops, sightseeing, and relaxing at camp. Exciting evening activities will include special events, campfires, recovery, and group dinners.
Date/Time
Thursday September 18th - Sunday September 21st
Runners can check in for the camp starting at 11 am on Thursday, September 18th. We’ll kick things off with a meet and greet, and a trail run at Chautauqua Park in Boulder, Colorado. Then we will drive up to Nederland to the house for a group dinner and then prep for the weekend of running. Runners can plan to depart on Sunday, September 21st in the afternoon or evening after our group run and farewell sessions.
Meals & Lodging
For this camp, we will be staying in Nederland, Colorado, just up Boulder Canyon from Boulder. At 9,000 feet, Nederland has access to pristine trails, great restaurants, and great leaf peeping opportunities during this time of year. We will be staying in a group house together with access to a full kitchen, private rooms or shared rooms, and access to 23 acres of private land with our own lake and endless trails.
All food will be covered for the duration of your stay (alcohol not included). Plus all run nutrition will be provided by The Feed. We will be sure to accommodate any dietary restrictions.
Pricing
$2,200 solo room (3 available)
$2,000 shared room (4 available)
$600 nonrefundable deposit at the time of registration. The rest of the payment is due by May 1, 2025
$200 discount for anyone who I’ve previously coached or currently coach.
What’s Included
4 Days, 3 Nights Lodging
Ground Transportation to all of the runs and group activities. You will be responsible for getting to and from the airport - we will provide bus schedule times and try to coordinate group arrivals based on flight times
All meals, including during run nutrition
Workshops
Guided Runs/Coaching by Hillary Allen
Specially planned evening events
Special Guest speakers and runners
$500+ worth of incredible swag from sponsors including Brooks, Hydrapak, Coros, The Feed, and Tifosi.
Amazing mountain scenery
A once in a lifetime opportunity to share trails with like-minded folks in a beautiful location on gorgeous trails while learning invaluable tips on how to become a stronger more balanced runner
