Bears Ears Marathon
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Event overview
The Bears Ears Marathon and Half takes place in Blanding, Utah on November 7, 2026. The event is organized by Visit Blanding and lists an address in Blanding, UT. Race categories include in-person and virtual options for the marathon and half marathon.
- 26.2 mi - Marathon
- 13.1 mi - Half marathon
Course and certification
The course is point-to-point on the edge of Bears Ears National Monument. It begins in the heart of Blanding at about 6,100 feet elevation and follows Highway 191 through San Juan County into Bluff, Utah. The route has a net descent of more than 1,700 feet. Both the marathon and the half marathon are USATF certified. The marathon is listed as a Boston Qualifier.
Reviews and race notes
The event page shows an average rating of 2.3 from two reviews. Submitted reviews describe the course as running along a highway with a narrow shoulder and traffic concerns, mention distant mountain views and rock formations near the end of the route, and note that volunteers and water stops were well stocked and organization on race day was timely. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
