Saturday - April 26, 2025
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Royal Gorge Groove
50K | 30K | 20K |13K | 5K
Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort -
Cañon City, CO
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 2650K - 7:00 am
30K - 7:30 am
20K - 8:00 am
13K - 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
6:00 am - 9:15 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!Volunteer Now
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!RGG Rides
Live Tracking
Follow the 2025 Royal Gorge Groove with live split points throughout race weekend.Aravaipa Live
Race Registration
| Until 12/15 | Until 2/28 | 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 |
NOTE: Price does not include tax or Ultrasignup fees.
Withdrawal Policy
Course Information
Key Stats
Date | Saturday, April 26, 2025
Start Time | 7:00 AM
Time Limit | 11 Hours (6:00 PM Overall Cutoff)
Distance | 31.3 Miles
Total Elevation Gain | 3,532 feet
Max Elevation | 7,121 feet
Women's Course Record | 5:04:45 - Anna Flynn (2024)
Men's Course Record | 4:18:29 - Daniel Finger (2024)
Course Map
CalTopo Course Map
50K Event Details
Royal Gorge Groove Race Videos
Lodging, Local Attractions, Results & Photos
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