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Royal Gorge Groove

Cañon City, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Event Details

The Royal Gorge Groove takes place in Cañon City, Colorado. The event features multiple running distances: a 50K, 30K, 20K, 12.5K, 5K, and a Kids Run.

Course

All races start and finish at the Gunslingers Club at Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort. The course runs along the rim of the Royal Gorge, approximately 900 feet above the Arkansas River. The terrain is described as rugged with rocky trails and rolling hills. The location is historically known as a key railroad route from the 1870s.

Logistics

Participants receive a gender-specific race shirt, a custom finisher medal, and chip-timed results. Aid stations are available every 2 to 6 miles. Drop bags are allowed for 50K runners at the start/finish area. Crews and spectators are welcome at the start/finish area, but parking may be limited. Pacers are not allowed for any distance. EMTs and basic first aid support are available on-site.

Bib pickup is available on the Friday before the event at the Whitewater Bar & Grill in Cañon City, and on the event day at the start area.

Other Information

The top three male and female finishers in each distance receive awards. The event may require runners to carry essential gear due to potentially cool or snowy April weather. Organizers may alter or end the event based on safety conditions. Registration closes on Monday, April 20. 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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