Arches Ultra

Moab, United States • 31 Jan 2026

Arches Ultra - January 31, 2026

The Arches Ultra is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Moab, UT 84532. The event lists multiple race distances and a start area associated with Moab and the nearby parklands.

Course and distances

The course runs along the border of Arches National Park and uses the Bar M, Klonzo, and Klondike trail systems. The route passes dinosaur tracks in Utahraptor State Park and includes views of the Moab cliffs, Arches National Park, and the La Sal Mountains. Trail surfaces vary from smooth singletrack to technical slickrock, with sections of sand.

Distances:

  • 50 Mile
  • 50K
  • Half Marathon
  • 9K

Charity bib program

Charity bibs are offered for some entries. The featured charity partner is Friends of Arches and Canyonlands Parks. Fundraising minimums listed for charity bibs are: $1000 for the 50 Mile, $750 for the 50K, and $500 for the Half Marathon. Charity bibs allow supporting the featured partner or a charity of choice. After reaching 50% of the fundraising minimum, registrants are sent a code to register without an entry fee. A portion of funds raised is donated to the chosen organization and the remainder supports local communities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Mile Charity Bib
50 km
50k Charity Bib
13 mi
Half Marathon Charity Bib
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

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.

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.