Crimson Canyons Ultra

Crimson Canyons Ultra : Richfield, UT, September 19, 2026

Crimson Canyons Ultra is a trail running event in Richfield, Utah, held on September 19, 2026. The event offers three distances that use trails and remote sections of the Pahvant Range and Fishlake National Forest. Routes include red rock streambeds, canyon rims, groomed dirt trails, and sections of the Paiute ATV Trail and the Pahvant mountain bike trail system.

Distances:

• 10 km: 1226 ft gain, 4 hour time limit
• 1/2 Marathon (21.1 km): 2009 ft gain, 8 hour time limit
• Spinal Tap 60 km: 6980 ft gain, 15 hour time limit

The 60 km route ascends to the summit of White Pine Peak at 10,200 feet and then descends about 18 miles on the Spinal Tap mountain bike trail. The half marathon route follows Big Red, Kiln-It, and Faulty Trails, then runs along the Cottonwood Canyon Rim and descends on the Lower Spinal Tap Trail. The 10 km course includes Big Red, Kiln-It, Cairn-Age, and Tank Run Trails.

Logistics note that Richfield is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes south of Provo and about 1 hour 40 minutes north of Cedar City. Packet pickup is the evening before at Lion's Park from 4 to 7 PM. The event uses timed starts and chip timing by Runnercard.com. Aid stations are spaced for long gaps and runners must carry personal hydration; 60 km entrants have additional required items and a drop bag option at Aid Station 3. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.