Grand to Grand Ultra - Kenab

UTAH 115 : event overview

UTAH 115 by Grand to Grand Ultra is a multi-distance ultra held in Kanab, Utah, on 15-17 May 2026. The event offers three out-and-back races in high desert terrain and is based in the town of Kanab. There are no specific qualification requirements, but participants must be 18 or older and are recommended to have ultrarunning or thru-hiking experience. Prizes include buckles for the 115 mile finishers and medals for 50 mile and 50 km finishers; the top male and top female of the 115 receive a complimentary, non-transferable entry to a future Grand to Grand Ultra.

Distances:

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

Course, support and logistics

All courses start and finish in Kanab (start elevation 4,970 ft / 1515 m) and travel through high desert features such as sand dunes, canyons, mesas, red rock climbs, forest trails, double-track roads and rocky roads. The 115-mile course crosses the Coral Pink Sand Dunes. Aid stations aim to provide water, electrolyte drinks, soda, hot drinks at night, daytime foods, hot night food, and breakfast items on later mornings. Some aid stations provide shared tent space, sleeping pads and blankets; sleep time at these stations is limited to 3 hours. Drop bag rules: one bag per runner per aid station, maximum size 12 x 20 x 12 inches, sturdy closable construction, and clear labelling with runner identification and aid station details; the organizer is not responsible for loss or damage. On-site accommodation options and fees are published, including tent rentals and RV parking; standard vehicle parking is free at the race start location. Cancellation and refund terms, entry fees, and registration deadlines are specified by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.