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Behind the Rocks Ultra - Moab, UT

Spanish Valley, United States • 28 Mar 2026

Behind the Rocks Ultra : Mar 28, 2026

Behind the Rocks Ultra is a trail running event in Moab, UT, with the start and finish at Behind the Rocks Trail, along the border of the Behind the Rocks Wilderness Study Area. Distances offered:

  • 50 Miler
  • 50K
  • 30K
  • 10 Miler

Registration closes on Wed, Mar 25, 2026.

Course and logistics

The course uses a mix of surfaces, including smooth double track, sandy washes, technical doubletrack, and singletrack. The 50 mile route includes technical down climbs and rim running and passes areas with visible arches and rock formations. The finish area is located below the La Sal Mountain Range. Free camping is available at the start/finish location. Organizer-provided materials include packet pickup information, race maps, aid station details, cutoff times, driving directions, FAQs, travel information, and cancellation information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Utah Spanish Valley

Race information

Website Registration
50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
30 km
30k
10 mi
10 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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