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April 20, 2024

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Royal Gorge Groove

50K | 30K | 20K |12.5K | 5K

Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort -
Cañon City, CO

Prepare for some fun in Cañon City! Enjoy scenic views along the rim of the Royal Gorge, 900 feet above the Arkansas River. All races will start/finish at the Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort. Make a weekend out of it with river rafting and a trip to Royal Gorge Bridge Park.

*Distances may vary slightly each year due to permitting.

Start Times

Saturday, April 20
50K - 7:00 am
30K - 7:15 am
20K - 7:30 am
12.5K - 7:45 am
5K - 8:00 am
Kids Run - 10:00 am

Bib Pickup

Friday, April 19
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Whitewater Bar & Grill
45045 US-50
Cañon City, CO 81212

Saturday, April 20
6:00 am - 9:30 am
Gunslingers & Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort
1 Buckskin Joe Parkway
Cañon City, CO 81212

Volunteer

We need help to make Royal Gorge Groove possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!
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Run & Bike Weekend!

Join us for a double header weekend as we host the Royal Gorge Groove Rides on Sunday, April 21 on the same courses as the runs!
RGG Rides

Live Tracking

Follow the 2024 Royal Gorge Groove with live split points throughout race weekend.
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Registration closes: Mon, April 15 @ 11:59PM MT

Race Registration

  Until 11/15 Until 2/15 Until 4/15
50K $140 $155 $170
30K $95 $110 $125
20K $80 $90 $100
12.5K $60 $70 $80
5K $45 $50 $55
Kids Run $10 $12 $14
*Race shirts guaranteed on race day if ordered by 3/15. Registration also available at Packet Pick-up depending on availability.
Withdrawal Policy

Course Information

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Key Stats

Date | Saturday, April 20, 2024

Start Time | 7:00 AM

Time Limit | 11 Hours (6:00 PM Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 31 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 4,208 feet

Max Elevation | 7,121 feet

Women's Course Record | 6:08:07 - Emily Gomez (2023)

Men's Course Record | 4:55:08 - Chris Davitt (2023)

Course Map
CalTopo Course  Map

50K Event Details

Royal Gorge Groove Video

Lodging, Local Attractions, Results & Photos


Thank you to our sponsors!

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