Royal Gorge Groove
Cañon City, United States • 25 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Royal Gorge Groove is a trail running event on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort in Cañon City, Colorado. Races follow trails along the rim of the Royal Gorge, roughly 900 feet above the Arkansas River. The weekend also includes a bike event on the same courses the day after the runs.
Distances offered
- 50K
- 30K
- 20K
- 13K
- 5K
- Kids Run
Course terrain includes technical singletrack, rocky sections, cliffs and rolling hills along the gorge rim. Aid stations are provided approximately every 2 to 6 miles. Live split tracking will be available during the event.
Logistics, support and facilities
Bib pickup is scheduled at Whitewater Bar & Grill (Friday) and at Gunslingers & Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort (race weekend). Crews and spectators are permitted at the start/finish area, though parking may be limited. No pacers are allowed for any distance. Finish-line drop bags are available for all runners; a designated drop location is provided for 50K runners.
Medical support includes EMTs based at the start/finish headquarters and a phone number for assistance on course. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers at each distance; all finishers receive a finisher award.
Lodging options include reserved yurts and airstreams and a reserved East Ridge Campground with vault toilets, portable restrooms and no drinking water. Weather in April is likely cool and snow is possible; organizers may require gear or modify the course for safety. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.