Groovin' in the Aspens

Sunday, August 24, 2025 Past event

8:00 AM MST

Flagstaff, Arizona

$54.00–$128.20 · 5 races

10km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of outdoor excitement at the GROOVIN' IN THE ASPENS trail run, taking place on Sunday, August 24, 2025, in the beautiful Flagstaff, Coconino region. This vibrant event invites runners of all levels to experience the stunning scenery of the Fort Valley Trailhead and its surrounding trails, featuring sections of the renowned Arizona Trail (AZT). Choose from a variety of race distances to suit your skill level, including a scenic 6K, a challenging 10K with 682 feet of elevation gain, or a thrilling 20K that boasts 900 feet of elevation gain across primarily single-track trails.

Participants can look forward to a festive atmosphere with early packet pickup available on Friday, August 22, and race day registration starting at 6:30 AM. Each runner will receive a custom finisher's medal, an event T-shirt, and delicious pre- and post-race snacks to keep the energy high. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or a first-timer, GROOVIN' IN THE ASPENS promises a day filled with camaraderie, breathtaking views, and the invigorating spirit of the outdoors. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature

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Races

6k Green Loop

Incl. $4.00 Fee & T- Shirt

1 Green Lap

8:30 AM MST

$54.00

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10k Blue Loop

Incl. $4.90 Fee & Dri-Fit Tech Shirt

1 Blue Lap

8:15 AM MST

$69.90

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20k

Incl. $5.80 Fee & T Shirt

1 Black Lap

8:00 AM MST

$85.80

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30k. 1 Black loop, 1 Blue loop

Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt

1 Black Lap, 1 Blue Lap

8:00 AM MST

$107.00

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50k. 2 Black loops, 1 Blue loop

Incl. $8.20 Fee & T-Shirt

2 Black Laps, 1 Blue Lap

8:00 AM MST

$128.20

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Organiser's description

GROOVIN' IN THE ASPENS! TAKING PLACE IN THE MAJESTIC FORT VALLEY TRAILHEAD AND SURROUNDING TRAILS UTILIZING A COUPLE DIFFERENT SECTIONS OF THE FAMOUS AZT, THIS IS A 6K/10K/20K TRAIL RUN THROUGH THE ASPENS AND PINES OF SOME OF FLAGSTAFF'S BEST TRAIL SYSTEMS!

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Our 6k event is on smooth easy green that surround the expo area of the event. A relatively flat course throughout the aspens and very friendly.

10K event uses a combination of single track and jeep road with 682 feet of elevation gain.

20K is also a combination of mostly single track and few Jeep roads with 900 feet of elevation gain.

30K is 1 Black loop and 1 Blue loop

50K is 2 Black loops and 1 Blue

REGISTRATION IS AT ULTRASIGNUP.COM. COPY AND PASTE . https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=125643

OR go to ultrasignup.com and search Groovin in the Aspens.

PACKET PICKUP

Early Packet Pickup will be on Friday August 22nd. 12pm=4 PM at Run Flagstaff. 204-A E. Route 66. Flagstaff AZ 86001 or at day of before the start.

WHAT YOU GET!

Custom Event Finisher's Medal

Custom Event T-Shirt.

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Snack" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)

PLEASE NOTE ANY RACE RELATED ITEMS (SHIRTS, MEDALS, ETC.) WILL NOT BE MAILED TO THOSE THAT DO NOT ATTEND.

RACE DAY INFORMATION

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:30am at Arizona Nordic Village

We accept cash, check, and credit card on race day.

We do welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons but keep in mind that this is a trail run and there will be some areas of the course that will be difficult to maneuver.