East Canyon Marathon
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East Canyon Marathon
The East Canyon Marathon takes place on September 4, 2027 in Morgan, Utah. The event offers multiple race options and is based at the Morgan County Fairgrounds, 750 E Como Springs Road, Morgan UT 84050.
Distances
- Full Marathon 26.2 miles
- Half Marathon 13.1 miles
- 10K
- 5K
The Full Marathon begins overlooking Salt Lake City at Big Mountain Pass at the top of Emigration Canyon and heads east. The course passes through stands of pine and aspen and follows several miles along East Canyon Reservoir. The Full joins the Half Marathon about three quarters of the way around the reservoir; the Half Marathon route then continues down Red Rock Canyon, which features visible rock formations and varied landscapes. Around mile 20 the Full Marathon route moves into farmland with fields of grain and barns.
The 10K and 5K are out and back courses that start where the other distances finish at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. Additional event options listed for the race weekend include invitation only pacers for the Full and Half Marathon, a Virtual Race, and a Full Marathon category for slow racers allowing finishes over 6 hours 30 minutes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
