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

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Date: 2025-09-20
• Location: 4218 Co Rd 3A, Canon City, CO
• Races: 5K Road Run, Trail 8 Mile, Trail Half Marathon
• More Info: Race Website

🌄 Race Experience

• Royal Gorge Bridge: All three races feature the exhilarating opportunity to run across America’s highest suspension bridge.
• Stunning Views: Experience breathtaking views of one of Colorado’s most stunning landscapes.
• Beneficial Cause: All proceeds benefit Starpoint, supporting individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities.
• More Than a Race: When you run the Royal Gorge Races, you’re making a difference in the lives of others.

🎟️ Registration Information

• Free Admission: Your registration includes free entrance into the historic Royal Gorge Bridge & Park on race day.
• Family Discounts: Family members will receive a $10 discount.
• Relax After Race: Take in the unique views that our region has to offer after the race.
• Kids Race: There is a FREE KIDS’ race available.

🐾 Pet and Accessibility Information

• Stroller Friendly: The 5K is stroller friendly.
• Dog Friendly: All races are dog friendly, but only if your dog is friendly.
• GPS Warning: Please do not use your GPS to get you to the race: refer to directions on the website.
• Email Updates: A detailed email will be sent to all registrants.

🔄 Route Information

• 10K Route: Note that our 10K route is discontinued and will be reserved as an alternate route in inclement weather.
• Alternate 8-Mile Route: Should it be necessary, all 8-mile registrants and half-marathon runners can run a dirt road route instead.

🏅 SOCO OverIT Race Series

• Calling All Runners: Join the SOCO OverIT Half Marathon Series for a unique opportunity to race across three incredible courses.
• Upcoming Events:
  • Beulah Challenge (September 20th)
  • Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Race (October 4th)
  • Rock Canyon Half Marathon (December 7th)
• Awards: Top three males and females with the best cumulative times will be awarded at the Rock Canyon Half Marathon.
• Join Us: Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to race for a cause and challenge yourself.

📦 Packet Pickup Details

• Colorado Springs Pickup: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 5:15PM to 7PM at Jack Quinn's Running Club.
• Canon City Early Pickup: Friday, October 3, 2025 from 5PM to 7PM at Centennial Park under the Rotary Pavilion.
• Race Day Pickup: Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 7AM to Race Start at parking lot B.
• Welcome Table: Head to the welcome table upon arrival for assistance and race materials.