South Mountain Half Marathon
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Event details
The South Mountain Half Marathon is scheduled for May 2, 2026 in Lehi, Utah. The race starts and finishes at Olympic Park next to the Jordan River. Registration closes Friday, May 1 at 11:59 PM MT. Packet pickup is available the Friday before the race from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Salt Lake Running Store and on race day at the starting area. The event has a runner cap of 250.
Course and support
The race is an out-and-back half marathon on the southern portion of the Jordan River Parkway. The course is 13.1 miles long, 100% paved trail, with a total elevation gain of +624 ft. The route passes parks, Thanksgiving Point, and climbs into the foothills of South Mountain in Bluffdale before returning under the Porter Rockwell bridge. The course is marked with pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals.
Aid stations are placed along the route and provide water, Gatorade, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, fruit, and other snacks. Bathrooms are available at several aid stations and at the finish. Post-race food includes items from Great Harvest Bread and beverages. Awards are given to overall male and female finishers and to age-division top three places. Volunteers receive a credit toward a future Happy Trails race. Spectator locations are noted at Jordan Narrows Park and Parry Farms Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
