Trail Running Calendar Utah 2025-2026

The McCoy Flat Death Race, held in Vernal, Utah, is a unique endurance event featuring a challenging format. Participants run 4.1 miles every hour on the hour, starting at 6:00 am. Each runner must complete the distance within the hour to continue; failing to finish or start on time results in elimi..

Speedgoat by UTMB® is a challenging mountain trail running event held at Snowbird, a premier ski resort in Utah's Wasatch Mountains. The race offers stunning panoramic views and diverse terrain, rewarding runners with breathtaking natural beauty. Participants can choose from three distances: a 50K r..

The Women's Epic at Brighton is an empowering running event designed for adventure-seeking women of all levels. Set in the scenic Brighton Resort, participants can choose to hike, jog, or run along a stunning course that encourages them to step out of their comfort zones. The event fosters a support..

The Tushars Mountain Runs is a challenging mountain trail running event held near Beaver, Utah, based out of Eagle Point Resort at over 10,000 feet elevation. It offers four race distances: 100K, 70K, marathon, and half marathon, featuring rugged, high-altitude terrain with significant elevation gai..

The Salt and Sulfur 420 is a challenging 420-mile ultramarathon starting in Salt Lake City, Utah, and finishing in West Yellowstone. The course features a mix of urban running and trail sections, passing through scenic landmarks such as the Wasatch Range, Ogden Canyon, Logan Canyon, Bear Lake, Jacks..

The Ute 100 is a premier ultramarathon held in the scenic La Sal Mountains of Utah, featuring a challenging 100-mile course with an average elevation above 8,700 feet and approximately 21,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. A 50-mile option offers a single loop of the 100-mile course, providing the..

The Kat'cina Mosa 100K Mountain Run is a highly challenging ultramarathon held in the Wasatch Mountains near Provo, Utah. The race features a scenic loop course with approximately 48% dirt trails, 44% dirt roads, and 8% paved surfaces. Runners face over 15,000 feet of elevation gain and loss, includ..

The Skyline Mountain Half, Marathon, 30K, and 55K trail running events take place in Eden, Utah, offering challenging courses with stunning mountain views. The races feature rugged single-track trails, with the marathon and 55K routes boasting significant elevation gains of approximately 5,000 and 7..

The Butterfield Canyon Half Marathon, hosted by Happy Trails Running, takes place at the Butterfield Trailhead Regional Park in Herriman, Utah. This scenic 13.4-mile race features challenging steep rocky climbs and rewarding single-track downhill trails through dense foliage with stunning mountain v..

The White Pine 50 Backcountry Run is a 50-mile ultramarathon held in Upper Logan Canyon, Northern Utah, starting and finishing at Beaver Mountain Ski Area near Garden City. The looped course incorporates sections of the renowned Bear 100 trail, offering a challenging backcountry experience with scen..

The Cirque Series race in Alta, Utah, is a challenging 7.1-mile mountain trail run featuring 2,545 feet of vertical gain. The course starts at Goldminer's Daughter base (8,650 ft) and ascends through subalpine forests and alpine meadows, passing landmarks like Alf’s mid-mountain restaurant and Cecre..

The Wasatch 100 is a challenging 100-mile endurance run held annually in Utah, starting at East Mountain Wilderness Park near Kaysville and finishing at Soldier Hollow in Wasatch Mountain State Park. The point-to-point course traverses the central Wasatch Mountains, featuring approximately 24,000 fe..

The Goat Rattler 100 is a challenging ultramarathon held in North Ogden, Utah, starting at McGriff Park. The course spans 101 miles with 22,500 feet of elevation gain, featuring 97% single-track trails that showcase stunning views of the Wasatch Mountains. Known for its tough terrain, the race is su..

The Elk Run Half Marathon & 10k is a running event held in Orem, Utah. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 10k distance. The race offers a scenic course, likely featuring trails given the region's terrain, providing runners with a challenging yet enjoyable experience.The event fost..

Gaspin Through the Aspens is a trail running event held in American Fork Canyon, Utah, offering 50K, 25K, and 10K race distances. Set against the stunning backdrop of autumn foliage, participants run on pristine single-track trails featuring significant mountain elevation gains. The course is well-m..

The Crimson Canyons Ultra, held in Richfield, Utah, offers a unique trail running experience through the scenic Pahvant Range and Fishlake National Forest. The event features three distances: a challenging 60k ultra that ascends White Pine Peak (10,200 ft) and descends via the Spinal Tap MTB Trail,..

The Bryce Canyon Ultra Marathons, held in Hatch, Utah, offer challenging trail races at high elevations between 7,000 and 9,000 feet on the Paunsaugunt Plateau. The event features multiple distances: 30K, 50K, 60K, and 50 miles, with a 100-mile race returning in 2026. The courses traverse rugged sin..

The Gull Lake 25K is a scenic trail running event held at Massey's Meadow Trail Head in Dryfork Canyon near Vernal, Utah. This challenging 25-kilometer loop features an elevation gain of 3,461 feet, offering runners stunning views of Marsh Peak, Lake Mountain, and the vibrant fall foliage of the Uin..

The Jordan River Half Marathon, held in South Jordan, Utah, offers runners a scenic 13.1-mile course along the stunning Jordan River Parkway Trail. This mostly paved trail winds through wetlands, parks, golf courses, ponds, and over bridges, providing a seamless and safe running experience. The race..

The Fox Trot 5K in Murray, Utah, is a community running event featuring both 5K and 10K race distances. Held annually, this race aims to raise awareness and support for Parkinson's disease, a neurological disorder affecting millions worldwide. Participants can expect a well-organized event focused o..