Happy Trails Marathon
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Happy Trails Marathon : South Jordan, UT (April, date TBD)
Happy Trails Running plans a marathon and half marathon held on paved trails along the Jordan River Parkway near East River Front Park, 10911 S River Front Pkwy, South Jordan, UT. The organizer lists a tentative date in April, hoping for April 17, 2027; the final date is pending South Jordan City approval.
The courses feature bridges, tree-lined sections, park and golf course views, and river scenery. Surface breakdowns: the marathon is about 97% paved trail and 3% sidewalk with roughly +970 ft total elevation gain; the half marathon is about 92% paved trail and 8% sidewalk with roughly +221 ft total elevation gain.
Aid stations are stocked with water, Gatorade, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, fruit, candy, soda options, first aid supplies, and Vaseline. Navigation uses pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals. Cutoff policy follows a 7.5 hour pace and support will be removed from the course accordingly.
Registration details include an opening date of October 15, 2026, staged pricing tiers, late registration beginning March 15, and a cap of 150 runners per distance. Packet pickup and same day pickup windows are provided. Participants receive a race shirt and a locally made finisher medal. Free parking, postrace breakfast from Great Harvest Bread, free race photos, and volunteer benefits are noted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
