Canyonlands Ultra
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About the race
Canyonlands Ultra is a fall trail running event held in Moab, Utah. It is part of the Run Moab Series and, beginning in 2025, serves as the kickoff to the Triple Crown of Moab series. The event offers a range of distances to suit different trail preferences, all on routes that use local singletrack, sandy washes, and technical double track with scenic views of the La Sal Mountains, sandstone domes, and surrounding canyons.
Distances include:
- 100K
- 50 Mile
- 50K
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 15K
Course elevation varies by distance. Reported figures show lowest points near 4516–5226 feet and highest points near 5725–5726 feet. Elevation gain ranges from about 689 feet for the 15K to about 7,828 feet for the 100K, with intermediate gains for the half marathon, marathon, 50K, and 50 mile courses.
Aid station and race logistics information note that the event is cup less; runners are expected to bring reusable cups and to use water dispensers at aid stations and the start/finish. A free Mad Moose Base Camp is available for participants and their family or crew for on site camping. Packet pickup occurs the day before and on race day; entries are non transferable. Race materials include a custom shirt, hat, and finisher medal for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
