Grand Circle Trailfest
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Grand Circle Trailfest
Grand Circle Trailfest is a multi-day trail running festival in the American Southwest, centered at Festival HQ in Jacob Hamblin Park, Kanab, Utah. The event brings together three timed trail races on distinct park and canyon terrain, festival activities each afternoon and evening, catered breakfasts and dinners, and on-site camping options including tent sites, van and RV spots, and glamping choices.
Each race includes at least one aid station roughly halfway with water, electrolyte drink, gels, fresh fruit, and salty and sweet snacks. The event operates a cup-free hydration policy: runners are expected to carry a reusable bottle, cup, or hydration pack. Shuttles run between Festival HQ, parking areas, and the race start locations; direct pre-paid shuttles are designated for runners and parking-lot shuttles serve runners and spectators.
Festival programming includes yoga, live music, speaker talks, cultural performances, gear demos, a beer garden with ticketed purchases, and nightly awards ceremonies at headquarters. Awards are given nightly for top finishers and cumulative overall awards are presented after the final day. Photos are taken by an on-site provider and live results are posted online. Amenities at basecamp include bathrooms with flush toilets, compost toilets, showers, a pavilion with picnic tables, and meal service. The event follows zero waste practices with separate containers for compostables, recyclables, and other trash. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
