Saturday - April 26, 2025
Royal Gorge Groove
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 26
50K - 7:00 am
30K - 7:30 am
20K - 8:00 am
12.5K - 8:30 am
5K - 9:00 am
Kids Run - 9:30 am
Bib Pickup
Friday, April 254:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Whitewater Bar & Grill
45045 US-50
Cañon City, CO 81212
Saturday, April 26
5:00 am - 6:00pm
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!Run & Bike Weekend!
Join us for a double header weekend as we host the Royal Gorge Groove Rides on Sunday, April 27 on the same courses as the runs!Live Tracking
Follow the 2025 Royal Gorge Groove with live split points throughout race weekend.Race Registration
Until 12/8 | Until 2/23 | Until 4/21 | |
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 |
Withdrawal Policy
Course Information
Date | Saturday, April 26, 2025
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)
Royal Gorge Groove Race Videos