Vacation Races - Zion Ultras

Zion Ultras

Zion Ultras is a multi-distance trail event in Apple Valley, UT that starts and finishes at Ruby Rider Ranch. The event offers multiple distances and routes that traverse high desert mesas, singletrack, slickrock, and exposed desert trails with sustained climbs, narrow rim sections, and technical footing.

Distances include:

• 100 Mile
• 100K
• 60K
• 30K
• Half Marathon

The courses pass along Smithsonian Butte, Gooseberry Mesa, and rim trails above the Virgin River, with repeated sightlines to Zion National Park sandstone features such as West Temple and The Watchman. Notable course numbers listed for the event include approximately 96.9 miles and +10,481 feet total elevation gain for the longest route and shorter distance elevation profiles and time limits for each distance.

Aid stations are fully stocked with hydration, electrolyte mixes, gels, fresh fruit, salty and sweet snacks, and portable restrooms; later stations may offer hot foods. Medical personnel are stationed at major aid stations and the finish line and a race medical contact is printed on participant bibs. The event operates a cupless system so runners must carry their own drink container.

Crew is permitted for 60K, 100K, and 100 Mile runners. Pacers are permitted for 100K and 100 Mile runners and must register at the expo, wear visible pacer bibs, and follow designated access rules. Drop bag rules, required gear items, and detailed aid station locations are provided in the race guide. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.