Colorado Columbines Women's Running Club

Colorado Columbines Women’s Running Club has been putting women on the roads and trails of Denver since 1978. Lace up and join one of Colorado’s longest-running women’s clubs.

Quick take

A women-only club with deep roots in the Denver metro, the Columbines bring together runners from sub-7 minute miles to walkers, with Sunday group runs, fun runs, track, trails, and a real social network built around the run itself.

Best for

• Women runners at any level, from beginners to ultramarathoners
• Runners who want a social network alongside their training
• Anyone looking for fun runs, training groups, or volunteer opportunities
• Runners who want variety: road, trail, track, and more
• Those who want workshops and a message board to find running partners

When and where

• Sunday runs at 8:00AM at Reynolds Landing
• Fun runs on weekday evenings or weekend mornings
• Regular training along the South Platte River Trail and in Littleton
• Monthly fun runs in addition to weekly Sunday runs

Details

• Terrain: road and trail
• Distances vary: short fun runs through long training runs
• All paces covered: sub-7 min/mile to 13 min/mile, walkers included
• Membership is required to join
• Annual cost to join applies; check the website for current fees
• Stroller-friendly status varies by run; confirm before your first visit
• Dogs are not permitted on club runs

Why runners like it

• Runners who show up find a post-run culture built around picnic socializing, snacks at fun runs, and coffee after Sunday runs
• The club has connected women runners across Denver since 1978, so your crew has serious history behind it
• From workshops to a partner message board, the Columbines support your running life beyond the miles

First visit

• Head to Reynolds Landing for the Sunday 8:00AM run to get a feel for the group
• Membership is required, so visit columbinesrunning.org before you show up
• Bring your own water and dress for Colorado conditions
• Expect a range of paces; your group will find runners moving at your speed

Good to know

The Columbines are listed on Meetup, which can make it easier to find upcoming events and connect before your first run.