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Rock Canyon Half Marathon- 40th Anniversary Run!

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

Standout72

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

PR FriendlyBeginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Local CommunitySpectator SupportWell SupportedGreat Swag

Course

Fast FlatScenic Route

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

Directions

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

3.1 Miles

Quality Score

Standout72
Methodology
Heritage20/20

26 years running

Size15/15

~916 finishers a year

Momentum0/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

36% returning runners

Course & details6/15

2 timing sources · 4 photos

National draw0/10

runners from 1 state

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:15:41

Weather8/10

typical high 50°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (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

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:05p50 median ≈ 2:005:05

Turnout by year

20172024

'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
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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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