Grand to Grand Ultra - Kanab
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Event overview
UTAH 115 by Grand to Grand Ultra is a multi-distance desert ultramarathon held in and around Kanab, Utah on 15 - 17 May 2026. The event offers three out-and-back race distances:
- 115 miles
- 50 miles
- 50 km
Cut-off times are 50 hours for the 115-mile race, 20 hours for the 50-mile race, and 13 hours for the 50 km. The start and finish are located in Kanab at an elevation of 4,970 feet (1,515 meters). Registration closes on April 30, 2026. Finishers of the 115-mile distance receive buckles; 50-mile and 50 km finishers receive medals. Top male and top female finishers in the 115-mile race receive a complimentary, non-transferable entry to Grand to Grand Ultra 2026 or 2027.
Course, support and logistics
All courses are out-and-back and traverse high desert terrain including hard-packed and soft sand, sand dunes, forest trails, red rock climbs, rocky and double-track roads, and canyons. The 115-mile route crosses the Coral Pink Sand Dunes and passes features named in the course description such as canyons, mesas and cliffs. Wildlife and desert flora may be encountered.
Aid stations will provide water, electrolyte drinks, soda, hot drinks at night, and a range of day and night food options. Some aid stations offer shared tent space with sleeping pads and blankets; sleeping there is limited to 3 hours. Cell service may be unavailable at some aid stations. Drop bags are limited in size, restricted to one per runner per aid station, and must be clearly labelled; unclaimed bags will not be mailed. On-site accommodation and RV parking are available for set event fees; RV spaces have no hook-up facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
