South Mountain Half Marathon

Lehi, United States • 2 May 2026

Event overview

The South Mountain Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile road race in Lehi, Utah. The course follows the southern section of the Jordan River Parkway and finishes near the foothills of South Mountain. The course is 100% paved and includes a total of +624 ft elevation gain. The event has a runner cap of 250 and registration closes on May 1 at 11:59 PM MT.

Course and logistics

The course is an out-and-back that passes parks and Thanksgiving Point before climbing into the South Mountain foothills. The route is marked with pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals. There are multiple aid stations along the course and bathrooms at several locations and at the finish. Spectator viewing points are listed at Jordan Narrows Park (mile 4.6 and 8.6) and Parry Farms Park (mile 6.55). An interactive course map and video are available on the event website.

Support and services

Packet pickup is available at the Salt Lake Running Store in Sandy and on race day at the start line. Aid stations offer Gatorade, water, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, fruit, and additional snacks. Runners receive a race shirt and a locally made finisher medal. Free race photos, live results, post-race breakfast, and awards by overall and age divisions are provided. There is no race cutoff time. Parking is free but limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon 13.1 Miles
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