8mi
- Distance
- 8 Miles
- Start Time
Frequently Asked Questions about 8mi
- How long is the 8mi?
- The 8mi covers 8 Miles.
- What time does the 8mi start?
- The 8mi starts at 8:30:00 AM.
- Where is the 8mi located?
- The 8mi takes place in Aurora, CO.


Interactive map showing the location of RMRR October Trophy Series at coordinates39.7649597, -104.8307868 in Aurora, Colorado.
16002 E Smith Rd.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 8mi race uses a handicap start system, slow-to-fast, spread over ~45 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 ~15min after the first 8mi starters.
Our October race is at Star K Ranch, in Aurora, along the mostly dirt Sand Creek path.
Time: 8:30am + handicap start for the 8mi. All 5km racers start ~15 minutes after the first 8mi starter. Show up 30-45 minutes early to get your bib and warm up!
Location: Star K Ranch/Morrison Nature Center, in Aurora
Course: The race runs on the mostly wide dirt path along the Sand Creek.
Both courses are out and back, slightly uphill out and downhill back.
Choose from 2 race distances available for RMRR October Trophy Series in Aurora, CO. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.