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

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

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.

❤️ Supporting a Cause

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.

🎟️ Registration Details

• Free Entrance: Your registration includes free entrance into the historic Royal Gorge Bridge & Park (on race day).
• Family Discount: Family members will receive a $10 discount.
• Relaxation: After the race, we want you to slow down, relax, and take in the unique views that our region has to offer.
• KIDS Race: There is a FREE KIDS’ race.

🐾 Race Guidelines

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

🗺️ Directions

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.

☔ Weather Contingency

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

Calling All Half Marathon Runners! Check out our SOCO OverIT Half Marathon Series — a unique opportunity to race across three incredible Southern Colorado courses at a discounted rate! This series brings together three challenging and scenic races, each offering its adventure:

• Beulah Challenge: September 20th
• Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Race: October 4th
• Rock Canyon Half Marathon: December 7th

The top three males and top three females with the best cumulative times across all three races will be awarded at the Rock Canyon Half Marathon on December 7th. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to race for a cause and challenge yourself. Sign up today and join us for the full SOCO Over IT experience!

📦 Packet Pickup Information

• Colorado Springs Packet Pickup: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 from 5:15 PM to 7 PM at Jack Quinn's Running Club.
• Canon City Early Packet Pickup: Friday, October 3, 2025 from 5 PM to 7 PM under the Rotary Pavilion near Centennial Park at 221 Griffin Avenue, Canon City, CO 81212.
• Race Day Morning Packet Pickup: Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 7 AM to Race Start at parking lot B.