21st Annual Groom Creek Classic : 1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5k Run

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

One of the most scenic and challenging 1/2 marathon and 10k courses in Arizona! This challenging course is located in the scenic and cool Ponderosa Pine forest of Groom Creek just 5 miles South of Prescott. The 5k and fun run courses stay on smooth pavement with rolling hills. The 10k and 1/2 marathon courses begin and end on pavement, but also wind through the forest on smooth, wide dirt forest roads.

📏 Race Information

• Capacity: Race is limited to 100 half marathon spots, 60 10k spots, and 100 5k spots. Don't wait!
• Hydration: We will have a cupless course to reduce litter in our forest. All runners will be given a reusable hydration bottle at registration.
• Bag Policy: Bring your own swag bag. Runners will receive an event shirt and hydration bottle, and small plastic garbage bags will be available on request.
• Check: We will again be providing free bag check.

🎖️ SWAG AND AWARDS

• Event T-shirt: All runners receive an event T-shirt with entry.
• Hydration Bottle: All runners receive a foldable hydration bottle.
• Finisher Medal: Finisher medal for all 1/2 Marathon runners.
• Age Group Medals: Medals for top 3 finishers in age groups (1/2M, 10K, 5K).

📅 Race Details

Date: 2025-09-20
Location: 1110 E. Friendly Pines Road, Prescott, AZ
Register here: Groom Creek Classic Registration