Crimson Canyons Ultra
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Crimson Canyons Ultra
Crimson Canyons Ultra is a trail race near Richfield, Utah on the Pahvant Range, scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026. The event uses single-track mountain bike trails, bike ride lines, gravel streambeds and sections of the Paiute ATV Trail system. Permission from Fishlake National Forest enables use of the terrain.
Distances:
- 60 km (38.3 miles): summit White Pine Peak then descend full Spinal Tap Trail
- 21 km (half marathon): climbs four bike trails and runs Cottonwood Canyon rim
- 10 km: up Big Red and Faulty, down Cairn-age and Tank Run trails
Elevation gains and time limits for 2026 are published for each distance: 60 km - 6,980 feet (2100 m) with a 15 hour limit; 21 km - 2,370 feet (722 m) with an 8 hour limit; 10 km - 1,226 feet (374 m) with a 4 hour limit. The 60 km route includes a summit at White Pine Peak at 10,200 feet and an 18-mile descent on Spinal Tap Trail.
The Pahvant Mountain Bike Trail System provides over 100 miles of single track created between 2019 and 2022. The event listing references aid stations, crew points, drop bags and cut-off times for the 2026 routes. Local partners supply on-course support and refreshments. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
