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Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon

Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon

Canon City, United States of America · Saturday 3 October 2026

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Get ready for a ROYALly GORGEous experience! Whether you’re tackling the 5K, the 8-mile trail run, or the half marathon trail run, this event offers something truly special. All three races feature the exhilarating opportunity to run across America’s highest suspension bridge, the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge, with breathtaking views of one of Colorado’s most stunning landscapes. But it’s not just about the race - it’s about the cause. All proceeds benefit Starpoint, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities, as well as children and their families. When you run the Royal Gorge Races, you’re running for more than just a personal challenge; you’re making a difference in the lives of others. 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. There is a FREE KIDS’ race. 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. 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. PACKET PICKUP FOR THE RIM TO RIM ROYAL GORGE RACE Colorado Springs Packet Pickup: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - Canon City Early Packet Pickup: Friday, October 2, 2026, from 5 PM to 7 PM Centennial Park - 221 Griffin Ave. Canon City, CO 81212.

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Adjusted Time

2:20:24

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Time difference: +35.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.

Course Details

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How hard is Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon?

We don't yet have verified elevation data for this course, so we can't rate its difficulty against other half marathons. Our data pipeline backfills course elevation continuously - check back soon.

Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Canon City, United States of America. It is scheduled for Saturday 3 October 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 0m of total climbing, with its high point near 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a very flat course, with only 0m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.

Surface Type: Trail

Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are usually slower than the road equivalent - often by 10-20% - because of uneven footing, technical sections, and frequently steeper gradients, though a smooth, non-technical or downhill trail can run faster than that suggests. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended.

Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.

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