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Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races
Canon City, CO
Oct 5, 2024 - Saturday
13.1M, 8M, 5K trail run
  • Details from event's RunSignUp.com listing:

    Join us for our 14th event on Saturday, October 5th. We will have our 14th annual 5K, 3rd annual 8-mile trail race, and our 2nd half marathon TRAIL RACE! All three races offer the unique experience of running over the famed Royal Gorge Bridge, America’s highest suspension bridge. These races will leave you breathless for more than one reason. The views throughout the foothills surrounding the Bridge are stunning.

    Often, we see runners forgetting about their best PR, stopping along the course and taking photos of the scenery surrounding them. It is quite the experience. Moreover, this race event supports a special cause. All proceeds from the event go to Starpoint, a local nonprofit organization that offers essential services to two
    vulnerable populations, children and their families, and adults with cognitive and physical challenges.

    Your registration includes free entrance into the historic Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (on race day). Family members will receive a $10 discount. After the race, we want you to slow down, relax, and take in the unique views that our region has to offer.

    All registered runners will receive a 50% discount for the Royal Gorge Route Railroad (good for race
    weekend only).

    There is a FREE KIDS’ race. All kiddos running the free race will receive a special coupon for the Royal
    Gorge Dinosaur Experience (good for one year).

    The 5K is stroller friendly. All races are dog friendly, but only if your dog is friendly.

    ****Please note- do not use your GPS to get you to the race. Refer to the directions on the website.
    www.rimtorimroyalgorge.com. A detailed email will be sent to all registrants.

    ****PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR 10K ROUTE IS DISCONTINUED AND WILL BE RESERVED
    AS AN ALTERNATE ROUTE IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT THAT THERE IS INCLEMENT
    WEATHER AND THE TRAILS ARE UNRUNNABLE. SHOULD THIS BE THE CASE, WE
    WILL EXTEND THE ROUTE TO 8 MILES (DIRT ROAD) AND ALL 8-MILE REGISTRANTS
    AND HALF-MARATHON TRAIL RUNNERS CAN RUN THIS ROUTE INSTEAD.

    Over It SOCO Race Series - Southern Colorado's Premier Race Series

    Trail runners of all ages and abilities will enjoy this exciting new series, which features a beautiful half marathon in Beulah, CO on September 23rd and either an 8-mile trail run or trail half marathon throughout the foothills surrounding the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park onOctober 5. Register for the Series, to be held in the fall, and earn your spot as one of the 'Over It-Achievers'! We think you'll love these incredible courses, which feature views of Southern Colorado's most scenic and iconic vistas.
    Series participants will receive a two-piece medal and a commemorative shirt from both the Beulah Challenge and the Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Race! 

    PACKET PICKUP

    Colorado Springs Packet Pickup:  Tuesday, October 1st from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Jack Quinn's Run Club (upstairs).

    Early Packet Pickup: Friday, October 4th at Centennial Park under the Rotary Pavilion near the playground area.  221 Griffin Avenue  Canon City, CO 81212 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    You can also pick up your race packet at the event beginning at 7:00 a.m.

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  • Added to our Directory
    Jun 30, 2010
  • Last Updated in our Directory
    Jan 18, 2024
  • Last checked by a snack-eating human.
    Mar 21, 2024
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