Trail Running Calendar Utah 2026-2027

Run the stunning trails around Arches National Park in Moab with options from 9K to 50 Mile, featuring slickrock, singletrack, and La Sal Mountain views. Charity bibs support Friends of Arches and Canyonlands Parks and local causes.

Join the Valentines Winter Stomp in Salt Lake City on Feb 14 2026 for a fun 5 km and kids 1 km with running and snowshoe options. Finish with pancakes, hot drinks, live music and family friendly fun.

Soak up sweeping desert and La Sal Mountain views at Moab's Red Hot Ultra on February 28, 2026. Choose from 50 mile, 55K, 33K or 15K routes that mix jeep trails, singletrack and rim trails for a classic red rock challenge.

Run Moab's iconic sandstone singletrack in a three day stage race March 6 to 8, 2026, across Navajo Rocks, Gemini Bridges and Bar M. Pick Full Pint 53.6 miles or Half Pint 33.1 miles in a limited field of 700.

Tackle scenic single track in the Santa Clara Reserve at the Red Mountain Trail Races in Ivins Utah, with 50K, 30K, and half marathon options. Enjoy desert vistas, challenging climbs, and a pre race expo at St George Running Center.

Run through red rock country in Moab at the Canyonlands Half Marathon and 5 Mile on March 21, 2026. Enjoy scenic courses parallel to Arches National Park and the Colorado River for a memorable spring run.

Challenge yourself amid Moab's iconic sandstone domes and fins at the Behind the Rocks Ultra in Moab, UT on March 28, 2026. Choose from 50 mile, 50K, 30K or 10 mile courses featuring rim runs, technical singletrack and free camping.

Run the Antelope Island Buffalo Run Spring Classic on scenic Antelope Island with sweeping Great Salt Lake views and possible wild bison sightings. Choose from 25K 50K or 50 Mile courses on March 28 2026 and finish with a locally made finis..

Buffalo Run Trail Race on March 28 invites runners to Antelope Island for desert singletrack with sweeping Great Salt Lake views and possible wild bison sightings. Choose from 25K, 50K and 50M for an island challenge.

Explore Moab on April 11 at the Amasa Trail Race, with 10K, 15K, and a testing 25K that winds past petroglyphs, Whale Rock, and sweeping views of Behind the Rocks and the La Sal Mountains. Expect technical singletrack and a memorable finish..

Run beneath mesas and desert canyons at Zion Ultras, a multi distance trail festival at Ruby Rider Ranch near Zion National Park. Distances from a half to 100 miles wind across technical singletrack, slickrock and stunning, wide open views.

Take on scenic, rugged trails in Erda, Utah at the Serengeti Trail Races, with 50K, 25K and 10K courses offering big climbs and varied single and double track terrain. Stocked aid stations and awards make it a rewarding day on the trails.

Enjoy a scenic marathon and half marathon along the Jordan River Trail from East River Front Park on April 18, 2026. Friendly aid stations, a local finisher medal and post race pastries make for a rewarding day for runners of all levels.

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.

Join the seventh annual Erik Gray Challenge at Southview Trailhead in Cedar City on April 18, 2026 to support a local family affected by cancer. Run in person or virtually with a 5k, stroller friendly 1 mile and kids race, then enjoy a post..

Hit the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in Ogden Utah for the Coldwater Traverse on April 25 2026, a scenic trail running challenge. Choose between 16 Miler and 11 Miler distances and enjoy sweeping mountain views and classic singletrack.

Celebrate women focused trail running in Moab at Thelma and Louise, a scenic, rugged race through Behind the Rocks with views of Lone Rock and the La Sal Mountains. Distances from 15K to 50K offer options for many abilities.

Run across the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover Utah with distances from 5K to 100 Miler, including new 10K. Experience vast salt flats, mud flats and mountain islands with challenging climbs and sweeping open views.

Experience the South Mountain Half Marathon in Lehi, Utah, a 13.1 mile paved out and back along the Jordan River Parkway with river and foothill views. Limited to 250 runners, enjoy free race photos and a local finisher medal.

UTAH 115 by Grand to Grand Ultra takes place May 15 to 17 2026 near Kanab Utah, offering 115 mile, 50 mile and 50 km out and back desert ultramarathons. Expect sand dunes, red rock climbs and night aid stations with buckles for 115 finisher..