Happy Trails Marathon
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Happy Trails Marathon
Happy Trails Marathon in South Jordan, UT is planned for April 2027 with the organizer hoping for April 17, 2027; the final date depends on South Jordan City. The event uses East River Front Park (10911 S River Front Pkwy) as the start and finish location and offers both a marathon and a half marathon along the Jordan River Parkway.
The courses run mostly on paved trails and highlight riverside scenery, bridges, parks, and tree-lined sections that bloom in spring. Key course facts:
- Marathon: 26.2 miles, +970 ft elevation gain, 97% paved trail
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles, +221 ft elevation gain, 92% paved trail
Aid stations provide Gatorade, water, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, candy, fruit, soda, first aid kits, and Vaseline. Navigation on course is by pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals. Cutoff follows a 7.5 hour pace. Free parking is available at the park.
Event capacity is limited: 150 marathon spots and 150 half marathon spots. Registered runners receive a race shirt and a locally made finisher medal; postrace food includes baked goods and drinks. Packet pickup is scheduled the Friday before at a local running store, with same day pickup available at the start line. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
