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2022 Race Results!  Congratulations, runners!
https://racingunderground.racetecresults.com/results.aspx?CId=16436&RId=542

Contact the Race Director Mary Yang via email with any questions at myang@starpointco.com  
                                 2022 shirt designs!  We love them!!!!  Soft blends designed by BornFit.  Late registrants may not receive their shirts on race day.  We do our best to guess sizes/numbers after our September 9th shirt order deadline.  

                      5K/10K SHIRT                                        TRAIL RUN SHIRT                          HALF MARATHON HOODY
​      2022 Trail Run Finisher Medals!                                 2022 Half Marathon Finisher Medals!

Join us for an extraordinary weekend of running on October 1st & 2nd. We will host our 5K/10K and Trail Race on Saturday, October 1st, and our 5th annual Half Marathon on Sunday, October 2nd.  All four races offer the unique experience of running over the famed Royal Gorge Bridge, America’s highest suspension bridge. It’s exhilarating! 

October 1st - 5K/10K – Our 5K/10K courses run throughout the foothills north of the Royal Gorge Bridge. The scenery is magnificent throughout. It is common to see registered runners stop to take photos during the races. The courses offer a good challenge with some good hills. Not to worry, both races end on a thrilling downhill run towards the Royal Gorge Bridge. Runners will then make their way across the Royal Gorge Bridge towards the finish line. Epic for sure!

October 1st - TRAIL RUN - This year, we are adding on a trail run!  This is something we have been requested to do by numerous runners and we are thrilled to take you on a beautiful journey with us! For this race, runners will take off from the same start as the 5K/10K (main parking lot), however, 15 minutes earlier.  Runners will run about .5 miles before reaching the trail, Twisted Cistern.  Trail runners will travel 1.6 miles on Twisted Cistern before heading onto Made in the Shade for a 3.1-mile loop.  After the loop, runners will make their way back up Twisted Cistern and then make their way to the Royal Gorge Bridge where they will run across to the finish.  Please be advised, within the guidelines of a newly established Trails Committee for the City of Canon City, if there is heavy rain or snowstorm, the City of Canon City will have the final say in canceling this portion of the event to protect our trails.  In the unlikely event that this should occur, registrants will be given the option to participate in any of our other events during the weekend or defer their entry until next year.  Thank you!

October 2nd - Half Marathon- Our Half Marathon has quickly become known as one of the most challenging half marathons in southern Colorado with an overall elevation gain of 2,311ft. This course runs throughout the foothills surrounding the north of the Royal Gorge Bridge. The experience of running throughout this course is described as serene. We couldn’t be more thrilled about adding this course last year. We believe we have stumbled upon something great!

Truly, all four courses offer an unforgettable experience!

FREE KIDS RACE will be hosted on Saturday, October 1st!  This is free to kiddos who have a parent registered for one of our events.  This year's theme is a MONSTER DASH!  Costumes are encouraged.  ****Please note, that you still have to register your kiddos for this event.  Waivers will be available on race day.   

​There will be live music as you make your way to the finish line by one of our FAVORITE local bands, Smythe and Taylor.

Worthy Course
Of course, running at the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park is an incredible experience. What’s more incredible is that all proceeds from the races go towards Starpoint, a non-profit organization that offers essential services to children and adults with physical and intellectual challenges. www.starpointco.com

Price
5K/10K
Through September 29th - $50
$60 at packet pickup or day of the race

Trail Run
​Through September 29th - $50
$60 at packet pickup or day of the race

Half Marathon
Through July 31st - $80
$90 at packet pickup and day of the race.
Youth receive a $5 discount from registration!

​**** We will offer a special rate for those who would like to run on both days.
Through July 31st-$100.00
$110.00 Packet pickup and day of the race
If you choose the virtual option for the 5K/10K or Half Marathon, the registration fee is $40. Your shirts will be mailed to you.

**** HALF MARATHON RUNNERS
We have paired up with Beulah Challenge, again, to offer a half marathon southern Colorado series called Over It -SOCO Half Marathon Series. You can find information about the series on our MORE TAB ABOVE. 

What's included in your race fee? 


  • A commemorative long-sleeved shirt.   
  • All kids that participate in the free kid's race will get into the Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience for just $5 with proof of registration.  
  • All registered runners will receive a 50% discount on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad race weekend!  Make a weekend of it!  The train ride goes under the Royal Gorge Bridge.  You can look up and say to yourself, "I ran across that!" All advanced reservations must be made by phone at (719) 276-4000.  They will be expecting your call.  Book it fast as it may fill up.  Please note that this is limited to coach, deluxe, or dome seating.       
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(And don't forget that family members will receive a $10 discount off of their entrance fee into the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park ).

​ www.royalgorgebridge.com  

                                  
We are pleased to announce that we will be partnering with Racing Underground for the timing of our event.  Racing Underground has over 20 years of experience timing and organizing multisport and running events.  We look forward to an exciting year ahead!  I encourage everyone to go to the Racing Underground website.  Trust us.  you will definitely find some inspiration!


2022 partners

 The Rim to Rim Royal Gorge Races partner with Ainsley's Angels, In addition to ensuring everyone can experience endurance events, Ainsley's Angels aim to spread awareness about America's special needs community through inclusion in all aspects of life. On the course this year, you'll see some very special individuals being assisted by their friends and family while being pushed in specially-designed chariots. 

​To learn more about who they are and what they're doing to encourage people of all ages, please visit their website.  
We are so thankful for the opportunity to offer our runners this unique experience.  This year, all kiddos who participate in the Monster Dash (free kids' race) will be able to participate in all three experiences for just $5!  That is DINOmight! ( Must mention registration at the time  of admissions,  and please bring a printed copy of your Rim to Rim confirmation or race bib.) ​​



ALL ABOARD!!!!  We are pleased to announce that the Royal Gorge Route Railroad will offer 50% discount to registered runners during race weekend.  How cool is that!  The train goes under the Bridge.  You will be able to look up and say to yourself, "wow, I ran over that!"  Advanced reservations must be made by phone (719) 276-4000.