Zion Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Zion Half Marathon is scheduled for February 28, 2026, in the Springdale/Virgin, Utah area. The event includes a half marathon and a charity bib option. The race finish is located in front of Cable Mountain Lodge near the south entrance to Zion National Park. The listed time limit for the course is 4 hours.
- Half marathon
- Charity bib (fundraising commitment $1,000)
Course, aid stations and access
The course is a paved point-to-point route that begins in Virgin, UT and follows Hwy 9 and a paved path alongside the Virgin River, passing the towns of Grafton and Rockville before finishing in Springdale. The organizer describes a steady uphill grade; training on paved ground with an extended uphill section is recommended. The event is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
There are five cup-free aid stations spaced approximately every two miles (~miles 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11). Aid station #1 (near mile 3) serves as the official clothing drop. Aid station #3 (near mile 7) will have a medic. Stations provide water, Gnarly Hydrate, Honey Stinger gels, toilets, and basic first aid; participants must bring a reusable cup or request a Nathan reusable cup.
Logistics and services
There is no parking at the start line. Shuttle service is provided from multiple Springdale locations and from La Verkin to the start, with post-race shuttles returning runners to those towns. Spectator shuttle pickup is available only at Springdale shuttle stops. An expo and bib pickup are held the day before the race. The event lists expected temperatures around 33° to 60°F. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
