Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races
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Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races - May 22, 2027
Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races takes place in the foothills above Salt Lake City, Utah, and is organized by Open Range Races. The event features multiple trail distances with start/finish activity near Hogle Zoo at 2600 Sunnyside Ave; the half marathon starts near Ensign Peak and finishes at the main venue.
Courses run on winding singletrack with notable climbing and exposed sections. Specific elevation figures given by the organizer include 1,200 feet of climbing for the 10K, 2,800 feet for the half marathon, and 10,300 feet for the 50 Mile course. GPX files will be available for all distances.
Distances offered:
- 50 Miles (new course for 2026, 10,300 ft gain)
- 50K (course map available)
- Half Marathon (point to point, 2,800 ft climbing)
- 10K (1,200 ft climb)
- 2K Family Loop (introduction to trail running)
Logistics and rules noted by the organizer include registration opening August 6, 2026 and closing May 14, 2027, required kit that includes a 2.5 L bladder and a headlamp, no drop bags, aid stations with water, Nuun hydration and basic snacks, poles permitted, headphones allowed with caution, and no dogs on course. For the 50 Mile race a single pacer per runner is allowed at specified points. Cutoffs require runners to be through the Emigration aid station by 2:00pm with a final cutoff at 9:00pm. The organization may alter or cancel the event for safety in severe weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
