Crimson Canyons Ultra

Crimson Canyons Ultra

Crimson Canyons Ultra is a trail running event in Richfield, Utah, based at 575 W 400 N in Fishlake National Forest. The courses link canyons, dry washes, remote sections of the Paiute ATV Trail, and the Pahvant Mountain Bike Trail System. Terrain includes red rock streambeds, cliff rims, ridgelines, and defined dirt trails.

Distances offered:

• 10 km
• 1/2 Marathon (21.1 km)
• Spinal Tap Trail 60 km

The 60 km route reaches the summit of White Pine Peak at about 10,200 feet and then descends roughly 18 miles along the Spinal Tap mountain bike trail. The 1/2 Marathon follows the Big Red, Kiln-It, and Faulty Trails with panoramic sections along the Cottonwood Canyon Rim before descending on Lower Spinal Tap. The 10 km runs Big Red and Kiln-It out and returns via Cairn-Age and Tank Run.

Elevation gain and time limits: 10 km: 1,226 feet (374 m), time limit 4 hours. 1/2 Marathon: 2,009 feet (612 m), time limit 8 hours. 60 km: 6,980 feet (2,128 m), time limit 15 hours.

Logistics note that packet pickup is the evening before at Lion's Park from 4 to 7 PM. Timed starts and chip timing by Runnercard.com are used. Aid stations supply standard ultra fare; all runners must carry personal hydration. 60 km runners have additional required items and a drop bag option at Aid Station 3. Registration closes Tue, Sep 15 at 11:59 PM MT. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.