Happy Trails Marathon

Draper, United States • 18 Apr 2026

Happy Trails Marathon takes place in South Jordan, Utah, starting and finishing at East River Front Park along Jordan River. The event offers a Marathon and a Half Marathon, both largely on paved trails without road crossings. The marathon covers 26.2 miles with about 392 feet of elevation gain (96% paved trail, 4% sidewalk); the half is 13.1 miles with 216 feet.

Runners enjoy a pink-flag marked course, aid stations with Tailwind, gels, fruit, and more, plus bib photos by Xotio. Finisher medals, shirts, a post-race breakfast, free parking, and local swag complete the experience. Marathon and Half capped at 250 each; overall 300. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
392 m+
Marathon 26.2 Miles
13 mi
216 m+
Half Marathon 13.1 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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