Grand to Grand Ultra - Kanab

UTAH 115 by Grand to Grand Ultra : Kanab, Utah

UTAH 115 is a multi-distance ultramarathon held around Kanab, Utah, taking place 15 - 17 May 2026. The event offers three out-and-back race options:

• 115 miles (cut-off 50 hours)
• 50 miles (cut-off 20 hours)
• 50 km (cut-off 13 hours)

All courses traverse high desert terrain on the Colorado Plateau and start near Kanab at about 4,970 feet (1,515 meters) elevation. Runners will encounter a mix of hard packed and soft sand, sand dunes, red rock climbs, forest trails, rocky roads, double track and canyons. The 115-mile course crosses the Coral Pink Sand Dunes. Wildlife such as bighorn sheep, mule deer, coyotes and various desert plants may be seen along the route.

Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drinks, some hot drinks at night, daytime snacks and heartier night and morning fare. Some aid stations offer shared sleeping space with pads and blankets and a three-hour sleep limit. Drop bags are allowed with limits: one bag per runner per aid station and a maximum size of 12 x 20 x 12 inches; valuables are not the organizer’s responsibility.

The event is USATF sanctioned. On-site camping and tent rental plus limited RV parking are available near the start/finish in Kanab. Registration closes April 30, 2026, and participants must be 18 or older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.