Happy Trails Marathon
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Happy Trails Marathon
The event is a marathon and a half marathon hosted by Happy Trails Running in South Jordan, UT, with the start and finish at East River Front Park. The date is planned for April 17, 2027 but the final date is pending South Jordan City approval.
The courses follow the Jordan River Trail for most of the distance and take place almost entirely on paved trails. Runners pass bridges, wooded sections, parks, golf courses, and extended views of the Jordan River. Navigation is provided with pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals.
- Marathon: 26.2 miles, +970 ft elevation, 97% paved trail
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles, +221 ft elevation, 92% paved trail
Aid stations are stocked with Gatorade, water, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, candy, fruit, soda, and other items, and include first aid kits and Vaseline. The event offers live results and free race photos hosted by a media company without watermark. Runners receive a race shirt and a locally made finisher medal, and Great Harvest Bread provides a post race breakfast selection.
Registration opens October 15, 2026. Late registration begins March 15 and closes in April; same day registration is not available. Each race is capped at 150 participants. The organizer enforces a 7.5 hour cutoff pace for course support and aid removal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
