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Royal Gorge Groove

Name: Royal Gorge Groove
Start: 2026-04-25
End: 2026-04-25
Location: Cañon City

Cañon City, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Royal Gorge Groove takes place in Cañon City, Colorado, offering 50K, 30K, 20K, 12.5K, 5K, and a Kids Run. All races start and finish at the Gunslingers Club at Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort, with the course running along the rim of the Royal Gorge, about 900 feet above the Arkansas River. The route features rugged, technical trails, rolling hills, and dramatic cliff views, set in the Grand Canyon of the Arkansas and steeped in railroad-era history.

Perks include chip timing, gender-specific shirts, a finisher medal, well-stocked aid stations, and optional drop bags. Crews are welcome; pacers are not. EMTs are on site; weather may affect the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Colorado Cañon City

Race information

Website Registration

50 km

50k

30 km

30k

20 km

20k

13 km

12.5k

5 km

Kids Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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