RMRR November Trophy Series

Sun, Nov 1, 2026, 8:30 AM MST

Location: Denver, CO; Gateway Rd, 80239
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

A low-key, competitive 15K or 5K in Denver's open space, featuring a unique handicap start for the 15K.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The RMRR November Trophy Series offers a welcoming, low-key racing experience in Denver's Prairie Gateway Open Space Park. Runners can choose between a 15K or 5K distance. The 15K features a unique handicap start system, where participants begin at staggered times based on their estimated finish, providing an inclusive chance for everyone to compete. The course primarily follows crushed gravel paths, with some paved sections on the 15K route, offering a rolling terrain experience in a high-altitude setting.

What to expect

* A low-key, low-cost racing environment welcoming all runners.
* The 15K features a unique handicap start, staggering runners by speed.
* Courses are mostly on crushed gravel in Prairie Gateway Open Space.

Standout details

Handicap start system for 15K
Low-key, low-cost racing
Crushed gravel course
Prairie Gateway Open Space setting

Perks & features

Awards

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sun, Nov 1, 8:50 AM MST · From $11.60
Opens Dec 29, 2025, 4:00 AM MST · Closes Oct 30, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT
15K
Sun, Nov 1, 8:30 AM MST · From $11.60
Opens Dec 29, 2025, 4:00 AM MST · Closes Oct 30, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

Vibe Check

Push Potential

Mixed surface + rolling terrain, altitude

Mostly trail
Rolling area
High altitude

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Mixed
Rolling
Timed race

From the organizer

Rocky Mountain Road Runners holds a monthly Trophy Series in the Denver area. We provide a low-key, low-cost racing environment. Everyone is welcome to run with us!

The 15km race uses a handicap start system, slow-to-fast, spread over ~50 minutes. This gives everyone a chance to win. We'll use your estimated finish time to assign you a start time with others the same speed.

All 5k racers will start ~20min after the first 15km starters.

Our November race will run in Denver's Prairie Gateway Open Space Park. Racers may choose between the 15k or the 5k race. Do plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before race start to get your bib and complete registration.

Race Day Details

Time : 8:30am start. Show up at least 30 minutes early to get your bib and warm up! Location: Prairie Gateway Open Space in Denver. Course : The course is mostly on crushed gravel. The 5km stays in Prairie Gateway. The 15km has ~0.9mi paved, both ways.runs through the park. Parking : Prairie Gateway park is near I-70 and Quebec. Once you reach that intersection….Take Quebec north to Prairie Parkway/E 64th Ave. E/right on Prairie Parkway. N/left on Gateway Road. This is also the direction to the entrance of the Rocky Mtn Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. Drive roughly 1/3 mile and use the parking lots along either side of the road near the registration pavilion.

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