4-Mile Run/Walk - Run like an Animal!
Run to the Shrine has become an annual Cheyenne Mountain Zoo tradition, and it is the only days of the year that guests are allowed to travel the breathtaking road to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun by foot. The course offers amazing views of Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods as you traverse four miles and ascend 1,000 feet up to the Shrine and back down to the Zoo. In addition, Run to the Shrine is an important fundraiser for the Zoo.

Highlights of Run to the Shrine
STUNNING VIEWS
Ascend 1,000 feet (~2 miles uphill) with breathtaking scenery, then descend (~2 miles) back down to the Zoo.

EXERCISE YOUR SUPPORT
Make your support go even further with optional pledges!

FULL ZOO ACCESS DURING EVENT
Run/walk Shrine Road and explore the Zoo at your leisure.

REGISTER EARLY!
Register for the event before February 14, 2023 for discounted registration.

Your Entry Fee Includes:
- A 4-mile course that curves through the Zoo, up to the gate of the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun and back down into the Zoo.
- A breathtaking experience as you ascend almost 1,000 feet, with stunning views of Colorado Springs below.
- A commemorative performance T-shirt, featuring this year’s animal mascot, available for pick up in Lodge at Moose Lake during the event.
- Accommodations for jogging strollers with safety equipment (tethers and hand brakes required) for families.
- Admission to the Zoo until the end of the event at 8 p.m.
- It’s your only opportunity all year to travel the road to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun by foot!

Race Day Schedule:
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Event Open
Event open via the Zoo's admission window. Advanced registration is required.

5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Run to the Shrine!
Enjoy the views as you ascend to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun and back down to the Zoo. Runners/walkers must start their trek to the Shrine by 6:30 p.m. (Shrine Road closes at 7:30 p.m.)

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Visit the Animals
Cruise the Zoo before or after your run and say hello to our residents.

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Pick up Your T-shirt
Pick up your commerative preformance t-shirt at Lodge at Moose Lake

Event Details
– Capacity for Run to the Shrine is limited. Advance registration is required for runners, walkers and spectators; no registrations available at the front gate.
– Once you enter the Zoo, you are welcome to stay until the event ends at 8 p.m.
– Runners/walkers must start up Shrine Road (past the top of the Zoo) no later than 6:30 p.m. Shrine Road will close to all runners/walkers at 7:30 p.m.
– Bring your own hydration. There will be water stations at mile marker 1, 2, and 3 on the race course, but bring your own water/water bottle for access to constant hydration.
– Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Grizzly Grill.
– Your commemorative performance T-shirt, featuring this year’s animal mascot, will be available for pick up in Lodge at Moose Lake. Donation gifts will also be available in Lodge at Moose Lake, for those who have raised $100 or more. While you’re there, visit the vendors at our Race Expo until 8 p.m.

SPECTATOR TICKETS
– Spectator tickets must be purchased in advance. No ticket sales at the front gate. Spectator tickets are not required for children age 2 & under. Tickets can be reserved via the orange button above. Spectator tickets do not include access to Shrine Road or any of the benefits of Run to the Shrine registration. These tickets are for CMZoo access during the event only. Only registered participants are permitted on the course above the top of the Zoo.

MILITARY DISCOUNT:
Attention active-duty, veteran and retired military! Use promo code MILITARY23RTTS for $5 off registrations for you, your spouse and your dependents living in the same household. The military discount is offered to all active duty, veteran and retired military personnel. Military discount valid through May 14, or until race registration is full. Discount must be used at time of purchase; discount will not be applied retroactively. Proper military ID must be shown at Admissions on race day to validate your discount.

Bring any of the following to validate the discount for you, your spouse and your dependents living in the same household:
– A valid military/retired military ID
– A copy of your DD214
– Your state driver’s license printed with veteran indicator or military identifier
– Your ID issued by the VA, VFW or American legion
– A military spouse ID, if the military member is not present

Free Gift for Donations

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