Royal 50 / Gorgeous 25 Courses
The Royal 50
The Gorgeous 25 consists of 4 laps of the course shown below. This course and distance is for experienced, skilled mountain bikers only. This is a technical course with elevation gains of over 6,400' and participants will complete FOUR laps. If you have never raced before, are unsure of your ability to complete 25 / 50 miles, or are new to the sport of mountain biking, this option is not advisable. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
The Gorge-ous 25
The Gorgeous 25 consists of 2 laps of the course shown below. This option involves a 3,200' elevation gain. This course is challenging and has some technical elements, but could be suitable for an intermediate mountain biker or racer. This event consists of two laps of 12.7 miles each. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
Course Maps
The course begins at the Gunslinger's Lounge at the Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort. Due to the nature of our trail system, we are committed to designing the highest-quality course with the most singletrack possible, even if that means our course is just a smidge over 25 and 50 miles. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
Pre-Riding Option
Pre-riders (prior to the event date) can park at Point Alta Vista and ride up CR 3A (paved) to the Made In the Shade parking area. From that point, continue along the race route leading back to Point Alta Vista trail and the PAV trail head. Distance is similar to the race (including the inaccessible private land portion) and gives you all the technical aspects and joys of the race.
Please check out the newest version of our Royal Gorge Trails map below, or download a copy of our map or complete trail guide here.
The Gorgeous 25 consists of 4 laps of the course shown below. This course and distance is for experienced, skilled mountain bikers only. This is a technical course with elevation gains of over 6,400' and participants will complete FOUR laps. If you have never raced before, are unsure of your ability to complete 25 / 50 miles, or are new to the sport of mountain biking, this option is not advisable. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
The Gorge-ous 25
The Gorgeous 25 consists of 2 laps of the course shown below. This option involves a 3,200' elevation gain. This course is challenging and has some technical elements, but could be suitable for an intermediate mountain biker or racer. This event consists of two laps of 12.7 miles each. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
Course Maps
The course begins at the Gunslinger's Lounge at the Royal Gorge Ranch & Resort. Due to the nature of our trail system, we are committed to designing the highest-quality course with the most singletrack possible, even if that means our course is just a smidge over 25 and 50 miles. Please note that a portion of the course is on private property and is not available for pre-riding.
Pre-Riding Option
Pre-riders (prior to the event date) can park at Point Alta Vista and ride up CR 3A (paved) to the Made In the Shade parking area. From that point, continue along the race route leading back to Point Alta Vista trail and the PAV trail head. Distance is similar to the race (including the inaccessible private land portion) and gives you all the technical aspects and joys of the race.
Please check out the newest version of our Royal Gorge Trails map below, or download a copy of our map or complete trail guide here.
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Strava Course
Find information about the course here. Please note that this course uses private property and is NOT available for pre-riding until 24 hours before the race (October 14). |
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