Snow Canyon Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The Snow Canyon Half Marathon is a running event held in St. George, Utah, featuring a scenic route through Snow Canyon State Park. The event offers multiple distance options to accommodate a wide range of participants, including runners, walkers, and athletes in the adaptive division. The half marathon course is USATF certified and is noted for its fast sections and steep downhills.
Participants can choose from the following distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10k
- 5k
- Fun Run Walk N' Roll (1 mile and 200m options)
The 10k starts within the state park and joins the half marathon course, while the 5k utilizes the Lava Flow Trail near Snow Canyon High School before merging with the main course for the final mile. The Fun Run is specifically designated for children aged 2-12 and individuals in the adaptive division.
Logistics and Support
Athletes participating in the half marathon and 10k are required to ride provided buses from Snow Canyon High School to their respective start lines; private drop-offs are not permitted. Aid stations are situated along all courses, providing water and Gatorade. Energy gels are available at specific intervals for the longer distances.
A team of pacers is available for half marathon participants, covering goal times ranging from 1:30 to 2:30. There is a strictly enforced time limit of 3 hours and 30 minutes for all distances. All finishers receive a medal, and overall awards are presented to the top three male and female finishers in each race, alongside age category awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
