Groom Creek Classic Half Marathon
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Groom Creek Classic
The Groom Creek Classic is a running event on September 18, 2027, held in the Ponderosa Pine forest at Groom Creek, about 5 miles south of Prescott, Arizona.
Distances offered:
- 13.1 Miles Half marathon
- 6.2 Miles 10k
- 3.1 Miles 5k
- 2 Miles Fun run
The 5k and fun run courses remain on smooth pavement with rolling hills. The 10k and half marathon begin and end on pavement and also run on smooth, wide dirt forest roads through the pine forest.
Entry limits and fees are published for each distance. Race entries are limited to 100 half marathon spots, 60 10k spots, and 100 5k spots. Registration opens January 31, 2027 and closes September 16, 2027 for the listed events.
This will be a cupless course on the trail sections. Paper and plastic cups will not be available at on-course water stations. All runners receive a reusable foldable hydration bottle at registration and may use their own hydration pack. Cups will be available at the start and finish area, and there will be water stations where bottles or hydration packs can be refilled.
Swag and awards are provided. All entrants receive an event T-shirt and a foldable hydration bottle. Half marathon finishers receive a finisher medal. Age group medals are awarded to the top three in the half marathon, 10k, and 5k. Free bag check is available and small bags are provided on request. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
