Overall Rating
Overall Rating (157 Reviews)
4.8
(157 Ratings) 🏆 (157 Reviews)
DIFFICULTY
4.5
SCENERY
4.9
PRODUCTION
4.6
SWAG
4.7
SPACEROCK: the final trail running frontier.These are the voyages of trail runners around the world.Your mission: to explore strange new trails, to seek out new life and new experiences, to boldly run where no one has run before. Experience running the exotic trails and sights of the world-famous Vasquez Rocks … MORE
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    debolel FIRST-TIMER '24

    Great and challenging course, in a beautiful location. Awesome group of supportive runners and volunteers on the trails. Definitely want to do it again. Now that I know what we … MORE

    Great and challenging course, in a beautiful location. Awesome group of supportive runners and volunteers on the trails. Definitely want to do it again.
    Now that I know what we are in for, plan to train accordingly.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    maryitzabel FIRST-TIMER '24

    Be prepared for an adventure!! Don't forget the sunblock and pre race blanket! Plan your potty breaks accordingly as well!! I recommend carpooling so you have a friend to share … MORE

    Be prepared for an adventure!! Don’t forget the sunblock and pre race blanket! Plan your potty breaks accordingly as well!! I recommend carpooling so you have a friend to share the memories

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    mlam68 REPEAT RUNNER '24

    Prepare by doing lots of hills Stay strong, get up and over it Great aid stations but carry water and/or electrolytes Great swag and race director!! MORE

    Prepare by doing lots of hills
    Stay strong, get up and over it
    Great aid stations but carry water and/or electrolytes
    Great swag and race director!!

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    4
    SWAG
    5

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    wendija REPEAT RUNNER '24

    I absolutely love this challenging scenic race. Such a unique area to run and the tough inclines are rewarded by the views. Volunteers and race venue were fabulous as always. … MORE

    I absolutely love this challenging scenic race. Such a unique area to run and the tough inclines are rewarded by the views. Volunteers and race venue were fabulous as always. Can’t wait to do it again next year!

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    drquinndsa REPEAT RUNNER '24

    Had to run it virtually because the heat made the RD have to postpone it and I had another event. This RD has been fabulous all along, through Covide, through … MORE

    Had to run it virtually because the heat made the RD have to postpone it and I had another event. This RD has been fabulous all along, through Covide, through heat waves – and the swag is to die for!

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    4
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    Takeiteazy3 REPEAT RUNNER '24

    It was a super fun race, great views, lots of elevation and down hills. first time running the 15k here. Did the 10k previously but ready to do the half … MORE

    It was a super fun race, great views, lots of elevation and down hills. first time running the 15k here. Did the 10k previously but ready to do the half marathon next year! Only thing I would add is a clearer turn markers at some parts of the trail. But plenty of snacks at the stations and after the race, don’t wait book the next one now 😀

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    jdoehring FIRST-TIMER '24

    The race organizers make this race fun! The trail is super difficult but with incredible scenery of the iconic Vasquez Rocks. They go all out with their designs for the … MORE

    The race organizers make this race fun! The trail is super difficult but with incredible scenery of the iconic Vasquez Rocks. They go all out with their designs for the medals, T shirts and super cool goodie bad that fits with the “other worldly” theme of the race. The race organizers and volunteers put in a lot of effort to ensure a fun, safe and unforgettable experience for the participants!

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    dongolkripa FIRST-TIMER '24

    kudos to all the volunteers who were showing up hours before the crack of dawn to get everything going! excellent and consistent communication via email regarding race (including date changes … MORE

    kudos to all the volunteers who were showing up hours before the crack of dawn to get everything going! excellent and consistent communication via email regarding race (including date changes due to the heat wave). I loved the views on the 10k, though it is two loops of the 5k (which can feel more harrowing after the first loop, atleast for me). literally all of the 10k starters got lost at the very beginning, trail was probably well marked but we didn’t think to look for ribbons at the very beginning. the start/end being well marked might have helped. Highly recommend downloading the gpx to your watch if you can as it does at least tell you when you’re off track!

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    4
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    rbarbier REPEAT RUNNER '24

    This is my 5th time running this race. I always look forward to this one. Very organized are great communication. Awesome staff and volunteers. Trails are well maintained and challenging. MORE

    This is my 5th time running this race. I always look forward to this one. Very organized are great communication. Awesome staff and volunteers. Trails are well maintained and challenging.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    [email protected] REPEAT RUNNER '24

    Great location, I've done several Spacerock races of varying distances, this was my 1st 15K. Race production is top notch, they take care of their runners, swag and refreshments after … MORE

    Great location, I’ve done several Spacerock races of varying distances, this was my 1st 15K. Race production is top notch, they take care of their runners, swag and refreshments after are great. But above all, this is a beautiful race beginning to end. Lots and lots of tough hills!!

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    ronfan REPEAT RUNNER '24

    Well marked course that is very challenging, but a remarkable race. Well organized and run. Lots of pre-race communications to ensure you have all the details. They even offered a … MORE

    Well marked course that is very challenging, but a remarkable race.

    Well organized and run. Lots of pre-race communications to ensure you have all the details.

    They even offered a training run on the course a few weeks ago at no added charge for registered runners.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    This is a great trail race with multiple distances and at an amazing location! Race organizers are awesome, thoughtful and very communicative. MORE

    This is a great trail race with multiple distances and at an amazing location! Race organizers are awesome, thoughtful and very communicative.

    DIFFICULTY
    3
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    cseablom REPEAT RUNNER '24

    Good inclines and awesome swag. Medal design and dry wick race shirt have epic designs. Cool scenery too. Plenty of snacks to recharge after the race. MORE

    Good inclines and awesome swag. Medal design and dry wick race shirt have epic designs. Cool scenery too. Plenty of snacks to recharge after the race.

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    kelsimsroberts2 REPEAT RUNNER '24

    First time at this venue. Windy day, did not disrupt the run. Great vibe. Fun to run and even more fun to finish. I will run the 15K next time. MORE

    First time at this venue. Windy day, did not disrupt the run. Great vibe. Fun to run and even more fun to finish. I will run the 15K next time.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    2
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    4
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    lizetkennel FIRST-TIMER '23

    Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well. MORE

    Parking & bib pick up where well organized. The course was well marked. The medals & race swag was cool! I appreciated the free race photos as well.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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    neilviray03 REPEAT RUNNER '23

    Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon.. The events and staff organizer is ok? I … MORE

    Great experience running in trail.. 5k is a little challenging and good for the first timer who wants to do this marathon..
    The events and staff organizer is ok? I think it needs more aid station in 5k specially after the stiff trail.
    Needs more bathrooms, the waiting line becomes longer.

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    4
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    RosieMondragon FIRST-TIMER '23

    Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails. They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the … MORE

    Great experience, but I hope for further races, they clean the trails.
    They were full of bushes, sometimes with a tiny one foot wide trail with wild weeds on the sides.

    DIFFICULTY
    4
    PRODUCTION
    1
    SCENERY
    4
    SWAG
    1

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    rbarbier REPEAT RUNNER '23

    This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to … MORE

    This is a great race with an awesome race crew and great scenery. Aid stations are fully stock. The half marathon+ is worth it. This was my 4th year to run this race and look forward to this race every year.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    5
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5

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    brycewillhelm FIRST-TIMER '23

    The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of … MORE

    The hardest thing that I have ever done and I can not wait to go back. Such an incredible experience and beautiful scenery. Aide stations were great with lots of goodies, all the volunteers were super friendly and helpful, one of the best race day experiences

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    4
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    4

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    Miguel FIRST-TIMER '23

    I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I'm running … MORE

    I prepared months in advance for this race, but I wish I strengthened my quads more. The incline was way beyond my expectations. The race was beautiful, though. I’m running through dirt, rocks, creeks, roots, and bushes while staring at breathtaking scenery. I would love to finish this race again and beat my previous performance.

    DIFFICULTY
    5
    PRODUCTION
    4
    SCENERY
    5
    SWAG
    5
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