Zion Half Marathon
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Zion Half Marathon
The Zion Half Marathon is a 13.1 miles road race that begins in Virgin, Utah and follows the curves of the Virgin River into Springdale. The course uses SR-9 and a paved trail that runs parallel to it, with only two major turns and a final right turn into the entrance of Cable Mountain Lodge. The total elevation gain is listed as 722 feet.
Event logistics include an expo and bib pickup at Springdale Town Park the day before the race. There is no start line parking; shuttles run from multiple Springdale pickup points and from two locations in La Verkin. Spectators should use paid town parking in Springdale and access the finish via the Springdale shuttle stops or by walking to the finish area in front of Cable Mountain Lodge. There is no event parking at the finish line.
The race is cup free. Five aid stations are spaced roughly every two miles (near miles 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11); aid stations provide water, electrolytes, gels, toilets, and basic first aid. Aid station 1 serves as the on-course clothing drop and aid station 3 has a medic. Timing and awards use chip time for overall results, but athletes competing for overall awards must begin in the first race wave. Place medals are given to top finishers in overall and masters categories and age groups; finisher medals are awarded to everyone who completes the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
