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Royal Gorge Groove

Name: Royal Gorge Groove
Start: 2025-04-26
End: 2025-04-26
Location: Cañon City

Cañon City, United States • 26 Apr 2025

The Royal Gorge Groove is a trail running event held in Cañon City, Colorado, featuring races of various distances including 50K, 30K, 20K, 13K, 5K, and a Kids Run. The races start and finish at the Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort, offering stunning views along the rim of the Royal Gorge, 900 feet above the Arkansas River. Participants will experience rugged terrain, technical trails, and scenic vistas that highlight the area's natural and historical significance. The event promotes a challenging yet scenic experience, with aid stations, finisher medals, and awards for top finishers. It also offers opportunities for camping, river rafting, and exploring local attractions. 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

12 km

12.5k

5 km

Kids Run

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

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