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Canyonlands Ultra

Name: Canyonlands Ultra
Start: 2025-10-25
End: 2025-10-25
Location: Moab

Moab, United States • 25 Oct 2025

Canyonlands Ultra is a premier trail running event held in Moab, Utah, featuring a variety of distances including 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 15K. This event, part of the Mad Moose Events' Run Moab Series, offers participants a chance to experience the stunning landscapes of the region, with trails that include sandy washes and technical double tracks. Runners can immerse themselves in the vibrant trail running community while challenging their limits in a breathtaking setting. The event emphasizes sustainability by promoting cupless aid stations, encouraging runners to bring their own reusable cups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Utah Moab

Race information

Website

100 km

7828 m+

100k

50 mi

5220 m+

50 Mile

50 km

2644 m+

50k

26 mi

2608 m+

Marathon

13 mi

1119 m+

Half Marathon

15 km

689 m+

15k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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