About Canon City's Royal Gorge

The Royal Gorge is Colorado’s equivalent of the Grand Canyon. Not only is it a breath taking sight, it also boasts the world's highest suspension bridge at a height of 1,053 feet. The Arkansas River runs through the canyon. The Royal Gorge, in Canon, is about 45 minutes to the south-west of Colorado Springs.

This Saturday, October 1, 2011, is the second annual 5K/10K race at the Royal Gorge . It is called the Rim to Rim - Royal Gorge Run. All proceeds from the race will go Star Point. This group provides essential services to children and adults with cognitive and physical challenges. Starpoint serves Fremont, Chaffee, Custer, Denver and Jefferson Counties. The proceeds from this race are going to a very worthy cause.

Both the 5K and 10K races will cover a challenging and scenic course. The downhill finish concludes with runners racing across the Royal Gorge Bridge. Check out the race website for more information: Rim to Rim - Royal Gorge Run.

The picture below shows some of cables on the suspension bridge.

If you are not into running, consider seeing the Royal Gorge area on the back of a sure footed mule. Watts Mule Company, which is located at the Royal Gorge, offers rides.

I'm VERY, VERY disappointed that I'm not going to be able to run this race due to the broken big toe. However, I'm still planning on going out and visiting Watts Mule Company.

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