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Moab Trail Marathon

Sat, Nov 7, 2026, 9:45 AM MST

Location
Moab, UT
Kane Creek Recreation Parking, Moab, UT 84532, 84532
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Run through Moab's spectacular canyon landscapes in a USATF National Championship race, offering competitive thrills and a scenic trail experience.

  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Experience the Moab Trail Marathon, a premier event set in the stunning Kane Creek Canyon. This race is designated as the USATF National Championship for the Saturday Half Marathon, drawing competitive runners with a significant cash purse. Choose from the Marathon, 10K, or Kids K on Saturday, or opt for the Half Marathon on either Saturday or Sunday, with the latter offering a more relaxed entry window. A portion of your registration supports local non-profits, adding a meaningful layer to your race experience.

What to expect

  • Navigate an incredible, fully marked course through the beautiful Kane Creek Canyon.
  • Enjoy well-supported aid stations with water and snacks, plus post-race soup and treats.
  • Receive a finisher's medal, mug, t-shirt, and goodie bag, with shuttle service to the start.

Standout details

  • USATF Half Marathon National Championship
  • Spectacular Kane Creek Canyon scenery
  • $6600 cash purse for top finishers
  • Supports local Moab non-profits

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Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1K

    Sat, Nov 7, 8:45 AM MST · From $48.70

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 7, 9:45 AM MST · From $138.80

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 7, 9:45 AM MST · From $138.80

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

+ 4 more options
  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Nov 7, 9:45 AM MST · From $138.80

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sun, Nov 8, 8:00 AM MST · From $107.00

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 26.2 Miles

    Sat, Nov 7, 7:45 AM MST · From $181.20

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

  • 10k Trail Run

    Sat, Nov 7, 10:25 AM MST · From $96.40

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:01 PM MST · Closes Mar 31, 2026, 7:59 PM MDT

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From the organizer

EVENT INFORMATION Race Date: November 7th & 8th, 2026

We are happy to announce that the Moab Trail Saturday Half Marathon will again be designated as the USATF National Championship! We will also be running Sunday's 1/2 Marathon in addition to the traditional Saturday Races. So, you may run the 1/2 marathon on either Saturday or Sunday (same course, same support, but two separate awards.)  If you want to run the Marathon, 10K or Kids K- they will be offered on Saturday only.

We added the Sunday 1/2 Marathon since Saturdays 1/2 Marathon fills up very early. Please note that all Saturday’s races will likely fill up by early June. There will be a waitlist but please try to sign up early! We expect Sundays 1/2 Marathon to be open until early October (and Sunday’s entry fee is considerably less!).

Location Event takes place in the spectacular and beautiful Kane Creek Canyon area near Moab, Utah.

Directions to Race Venue/Packet Pick-up/Start/Finish: Heading south on Main Street Moab, turn right on Kane Creek Blvd which is at the McDonald’s. Continue, staying left at the one fork after about a mile, to continue on Kane Springs Road. You’ll follow alongside the Colorado River for just over 3 miles until the road turns from pavement to dirt. The venue/start/finish area is in the Kane Creek parking lot, on the right. Packet pickup parking will be just beyond the venue area between 2pm and 6pm on Friday.

Race Day Parking: NO on-site parking on race days (Saturday or Sunday). All participants must take the shuttle to/from the start or be dropped off by friend/family member. Shuttles will leave from the south side of HMK Elementary School (located at North 400 East and Mi Vida.) Please park at the school, Swanny Park, along the streets near the school, or designated parking lots (but not on private property).

Additional Shuttle & Drop Off Information

Registration Information: Register at RunSignUp.com. Registration limited to the first 900 to sign up for each day. Register early! (Elite runners, please contact race director if you need more time to sign up, we will save some spots for elite runners!)

Your Registration includes an incredible course (fully marked), Chip Timing, t-shirt, goodie bag, aid stations on course with water and snacks, post event soup and snacks, a finishers medal and mug,  Sponsor “swag” to top 3 M/F overall in each race, prizes to top age group finishers (10 year age-group increments, M/F) in the marathon and half marathon, $6600 cash purse shared between top Half Marathon Finishers, a chance to be titled the “Half Marathon National Champion” (overall and age group).

A portion of your entry fee will be donated to local non-profit organizations, including the Humane Society of Moab Valley, Grand County Search & Rescue, Trail Mix and Community Rebuilds.

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