Groovin' in the Aspens

Groovin' in the Aspens

Groovin' in the Aspens is a trail running event at the Fort Valley Trailhead in Flagstaff, AZ, organized by BEAR JAW EVENTS. The event offers multiple distances on local single track and jeep roads through aspen and pine stands.

Distances:

• 50K
• 30K
• 20K
• 10K
• 6K

Course details vary by distance. The 6K follows smooth, mostly flat green trails near the event expo area. The 10K combines single track and jeep road with 682 feet of elevation gain. The 20K uses mostly single track with some jeep roads and about 900 feet of elevation gain. The 30K is one Black loop plus one Blue loop. The 50K is two Black loops plus one Blue loop. Aid stations will be placed no more than seven miles apart.

Packet pickup is available early on Friday, September 11 at Kickstand Kafe in Flagstaff, or on the day of the event at the Fort Valley Trailhead. Registered entrants receive a custom finisher medal, a custom event T-shirt, and pre- and post-race runner snacks. Race-related items will not be mailed to those who do not attend. Wheelchairs, strollers, and wagons are welcome but some trail sections may be difficult to navigate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.