American Trail Running Association
Spectator SportsColorado, United States2-10 Employees
The American Trail Running Association (ATRA) is a Colorado-based nonprofit organization founded in 1996 that serves the trail and mountain running community. It provides memberships for individuals, clubs, races, and corporations, and distributes a quarterly newsletter, Trail Times, which includes a national events calendar and articles relevant to the sport. The association operates within the spectator sports industry, focusing on supporting and informing stakeholders involved in trail running through information sharing and community-building activities. Based in Colorado Springs, ATRA positions itself as a resources hub for race directors, athletes, and organizations engaged in trail and mountain running. Recent developments indicate ongoing collaboration with industry partners and efforts to expand programs that support under-funded race directors and youth participation, reflecting its role in fostering participation and governance within the sport.