
Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run!
Rock Canyon Half Marathon celebrates its 40th year with a fast, scenic course along the Arkansas River.
Race Date
Dec 6, 2026
Location
Pueblo, CO
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- Location
- Pueblo, Colorado
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 9,693
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Rock Canyon Half Marathon, now celebrating its 40th anniversary, offers a compelling blend of speed and scenery. Runners embark on a fast-certified course that begins in Pueblo's City Park before descending to the picturesque Arkansas River trail.
This smooth path winds alongside the river, providing continuous natural beauty with opportunities to spot wildlife and even kayakers. The course offers a mixed terrain experience, incorporating some dirt trails as it heads towards the Nature Center before opening into a field where deer are frequently seen. The return journey promises fast footing, supported by numerous aid stations offering water and Gatorade.
With a repeat-runner rate of around 36% and a median field size of approximately 916 finishers, this race has become a cherished tradition for many. It attracts a diverse group, from first-time half marathoners to seasoned elite trail and road racers, all drawn to the challenge of this swift course and the vibrant atmosphere of community support.
Race-provided description
It's our 40th Anniversary Race! Choose the 13.1 or the 5k! December 6th, 2026: 8:30am at Pueblo City park pavilion, 801 Goodnight Ave. 81005 It is exciting to bring you another exquisite day of racing alongside the scenic Arkansas River! This is a fast course that starts in Pueblo's City Park then you quickly drop down to the scenic river trail, where you will be encompassed with nonstop gorgeous terrain and scenery. This smooth path will lead you along the river with kayakers and wildlife galore. You will hit some dirt trails as you head west to our Nature Center and then swoop around the corner to an open field where deer are usually always in sight. You will then head back along the trail and hopefully with fast footing and well refreshed as there are several water/gatorade stations along the way. Make sure to give a big "hello" to our high-school and club runners at the aid stations! Every year this race gets a host of runners going for their first 13.1 goals, return racers that have made this race a tradition year after year, and showcases many elite trail and road racers. The array of accomplishing racers have been a joy to see as they take on this fast course and come through the finish line! We are ready to cheer you all! PS. Like our Rock Canyon Half Facebook page for the latest for updates!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
Hoodie- unisex pullover
Start Location
800 Goodnight Ave, Pueblo, CO, 81005
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Lake River, Park
Surface
Dirt Trail, Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7226 years running
~916 finishers a year
shrinking
36% returning runners
2 timing sources · 4 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:15:41
typical high 50°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
27°
Afternoon (High)
50°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.0"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
54%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9,693 finishers actually crossed the line across 26 years.
Most recent
2024
Total finishers
9,693
Median time
2:10:20
Latest turnout
416
States
36
Turnout by year
2017–2024
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run!?
The Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run! is held on Sunday, December 6, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run! take place?
It takes place in Pueblo, Colorado.
What distances does the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run! offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles.
Is the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run! course flat and good for a PR?
The Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run! is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run!?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9,693 runners who have completed the Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run!.
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