Arches Marathon

Moab, United States • 4 Oct 2025

Arches Marathon and Half takes place in Moab, Utah, offering trail races from 15K to 50K. This fall event highlights Moab’s dramatic red cliffs and canyon vistas, with runners starting near Behind the Rocks Wilderness Study Area as the first climb toward aid stations reveals the La Sal Mountains. The course flows from sandy double-track to jeep roads, looping toward Picture Frame Arch, and then continues through desert meadow trails that showcase expansive scenery. Distances include a full marathon, half marathon, 50K, and 15K, making it a must-attend fall challenge for trail runners seeking rugged terrain and spectacular landscapes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
42 km
Marathon
21 km
1/2 Marathon
15 km
15k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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