Dimple Dell Half Marathon
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Dimple Dell Half Marathon
The event is scheduled for October 10, 2026, in Sandy, Utah, with the start and finish at Lone Peak Park (10140 S 700 E). The race distance is a half marathon of 13.0 miles with a total elevation gain of +1,176 ft. The course surface is approximately 95% trail and 5% paved.
The route begins in Lone Peak Park and descends into Dimple Dell onto wood chipped and single track trails. Runners pass scenic bridges and an underpass, travel along the canyon floor, climb to a vista on the Rim Trail, and reach the turnaround at Granite Park Aid Station. The course includes named aid stations such as Wrangler and Granite Park.
Course segments and facilities are described as follows: Start to Aid 1 : 2.5 miles, +261/-107 ft, has bathrooms; Aid 1 to Aid 2 : 4 miles, +591/-207 ft, has bathrooms; Aid 2 to Aid 3 : 4 miles, +207/-591 ft, has bathrooms; Aid 3 to Finish : 2.5 miles, +107/-261 ft. Trail marshals are positioned at major intersections and the course is marked with pink flags, ribbons, and signs. There is no cutoff time.
Event logistics include Friday packet pickup from 3 pm to 6 pm at the Sandy Salt Lake Running Store and race day packet pickup at the start. Registered runners receive a race shirt and a locally made finisher medal. Aid stations provide Tailwind, water, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, fruit, and various snacks. Post race food from Great Harvest Bread includes cinnamon rolls, muffins, and pumpkin chocolate chip bread. Free photos are taken on course and at the finish without a watermark. Parking is free with multiple lots; the half marathon field is capped at 250 runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
