Trail Running Calendar Utah 2025-2026

Explore Moab's stunning Kane Creek Canyon trails November 8 and 9, 2025 with a marathon, two half marathons, a 10K trail run and a Kids K. Saturday's half marathon is the USATF Trail Half Marathon National Championship and hosts the Collegi..

Explore the surreal Goblin Valley on a weekend of trail runs, kids fun run and gravel rides, with distances from 1 mile youth up to marathon and team relays. Note many events are sold out Saturday but volunteering can open entry options.

Run the Dead Horse Ultra in Moab with 50 mile, 50K, 30K and 15K options along Gemini Bridges and Bull Run trails. Rugged singletrack delivers sweeping views of Arches, the La Sal Mountains and the Moab Valley.

Experience sweeping desert views in St. George at the Capstone 50K, a looped trail race that welcomes newcomers and veterans alike. Choose from 10K, half marathon or the full 50K as you lap a scenic 10K course.

Get into the holiday spirit at the Utah Santa Run at Gardner Village with 5K, 10K and half marathon options along the scenic Jordan River Trail. Every entry includes a Santa suit and festive on course treats for a jolly run.

Run beneath Moab cliffs and Arches National Park vistas on varied trail terrain from slickrock to sandy stretches. Choose from 9K to 50 mile distances and support Friends of Arches and Canyonlands Parks with charity bib options.

Run through red rock country near Arches National Park, on jeep roads, singletrack and rim trails with sweeping views of the La Sal Mountains and Canyonlands. Distances range from 15K to a bold 50 Miler for trail lovers.

Experience Moab's red rock on a three day stage trail race across scenic singletrack and iconic stages like Navajo Rocks, Gemini Bridges and Bar M. Choose the Full Pint or Half Pint and join a lively spring trail festival.

Run the scenic Red Mountain race in Ivins, Utah; choose 50K, 30K or a trail half and tackle winding single track through the Santa Clara Reserve. Join the pre race expo at St George Running Center the day before.

Take in red rock views near Arches National Park and along the Colorado River at the Canyonlands Road Race in Moab, UT on March 21, 2026. Choose a half marathon or 5 miler on this scenic, community friendly course.

Experience Moab's red rock scenery at Behind the Rocks Ultra, offering distances from 10 miles to 50 miles over singletrack, sandy washes and technical rim runs. Camp at the start, soak in La Sal Mountain views and test your desert trail le..

Run across scenic Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake for a spring trail challenge with 25K, 50K and 50 Mile options. Enjoy island trails, aid stations and the chance to share the course with wild bison for an unforgettable adventure.

Take on scenic Antelope Island trails at the Buffalo Run Trail Race in Syracuse, Utah. Choose from 25K, 50K and 50M distances and enjoy rolling singletrack with Great Salt Lake views and the chance to spot wild bison.

Run through Moab's iconic slickrock, canyons and springs at the Amasa Trail Race, with 10K, 15K and 25K options. Expect technical singletrack, stunning Colorado River and La Sal Mountain views, and a classic desert trail experience.

Zion Ultras at Ruby Rider Ranch near Zion National Park features multiple ultramarathon and trail distances over technical singletrack, slickrock and mesa roads with dramatic sandstone views. Trail aid and primitive camping available.

Join Happy Trails Marathon in South Jordan for marathon or half marathon along the scenic Jordan River Parkway. Paved tree lined trails, spring blooms, a small field feel and a custom finisher medal.

On April 18, run scenic single track trails through spring desert flowers and spot local wildlife near Vernal, Utah. Choose 15K, 10K or 5K and chase a course record for cash prizes.

Hit the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Ogden for the Coldwater Traverse on April 25, 2026, with 16 Miler and 11 Miler options. A welcoming trail run perfect for newcomers building experience or seasoned runners tuning their mileage.

Run the Thelma and Louise Marathon and Half in spectacular Moab scenery on April 25, 2026, a women focused race weekend. Choose 50K, marathon, half or 15K on Behind the Rocks trails through red rock fins and sandy washes.

Run across the surreal Bonneville Salt Flats May 1 to 2, 2026, with distances from 5K to 100 mile and a new 10K. Flat salt, mud flats and island views create a unique and rewarding endurance weekend for all levels.