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.

Race information

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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