Traverse Mountain Half Marathon
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Traverse Mountain Half Marathon
The Traverse Mountain Half Marathon is scheduled for November 7, 2026, with start and finish at Mitchell Hollow Park, 6450 W 10400 N, Highland, UT 84003. The event follows established paved trails along the Wasatch Front.
The course uses the Murdock Canal Trail and the Utah Rail Trail, staying on pavement without road crossings or vehicle right of way. The route passes through Highland City, crosses a large pedestrian bridge, reaches Shadow Ridge Park at the midpoint, and offers views of Lone Peak, Box Elder, and Mount Timpanogos.
Race services and amenities include a well marked course, live results, free race photos provided without watermarks, and well stocked aid stations offering water, Gatorade, Honey Stinger gels and waffles, fruit, and additional snacks. Packet pickup is Friday 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Salt Lake Running Company, 8946 S State St, Sandy, UT 84070, with a Thursday option noted for Halloween; race day pickup begins at 6:30 am at the starting line.
Runners receive a quality race shirt and a custom locally made finisher medal. Awards include custom locally made plaques for overall male and female places and age division medals for top three in each listed age group. Post race food includes items from Great Harvest Bread such as cinnamon rolls and seasonal breads, plus beverages and fruit.
Free parking is available at Mitchell Hollow Trailhead with roughly 50 spots and an overflow parking option at a nearby church at 6722 W 10400 N St, Highland, UT. Late registration opens October 7 and closes November 6 at 11:59 pm; same day registration is not available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
