What is the Four Corners Quad Keyah Marathon Series?
The Four Corners Quad Keyah Marathon Series is a four-day running event held at Four Corners Monument Tribal Park that allows runners to complete marathon or half marathon distances across four different states in consecutive days. Organized by NavajoYES, Four Corners Monument, and the Navajo Parks & Recreation Department, the series celebrates the unique geography of the Four Corners region while supporting community programs and local tribal initiatives.
What are the race dates and daily schedule?
- →Thursday, December 4: Arizona race with 8:30 AM start
- →Friday, December 5: Utah race with 8:30 AM start
- →Saturday, December 6: Colorado race with 8:30 AM start
- →Sunday, December 7: New Mexico race with 8:00 AM start (early start option at 7:00 AM)
- →Community Fun Run: Saturday at 10:00 AM (2-mile noncompetitive race)
- →All races must be completed by sundown, approximately 5:30 PM
What distances are available for this event?
- →Full Marathon: 5.25-mile loop completed 5 times per day (Arizona and New Mexico), or 5.25-mile scenic trail loop with 5 laps (Colorado)
- →Half Marathon: 2 laps plus out-and-back (Arizona and New Mexico), or 2 laps plus short loop (Colorado)
- →Community Fun Run: 2-mile noncompetitive race on Saturday
- →Single Marathon: Available only on Sunday, December 7
- →Single Half Marathon: Available only on Sunday, December 7
What course options are available each day?
Runners can choose between trail or paved loop options depending on the state:
- →Arizona: 5.25-mile trail loop (5 laps for marathon, 2 laps + out-and-back for half marathon)
- →Utah: 3.75-mile loop featuring singletrack terrain
- →Colorado: 5.25-mile scenic trail loop (5 laps for marathon, 2 laps + short loop for half marathon)
- →New Mexico: 5.25-mile trail loop (5 laps for marathon, 2 laps + out-and-back for half marathon)
How much does registration cost?
- →Four-Day Marathon Series: $450
- →Four-Day Half Marathon Series: $400
- →Single Marathon (December 7 only): $120
- →Single Half Marathon (December 7 only): $90
- →Charity Bib Full Marathon Series: Free with $1,500 fundraising commitment (14 spots available)
- →Charity Bib Half Marathon Series: Free with $1,000 fundraising commitment (14 spots available)
- →Community Fun Run: Free
What are the registration deadlines?
- →Four-Day Marathon and Half Marathon Series: December 7, 2025, 11:59 AM MST
- →Charity Bib Programs: November 30, 2025
Is there a limit to the number of runners?
The four-day series is capped at 150 runners, with an additional 10 charity bib spots available (14 spots for each charity category, with some overlap in total allocation).
What packet pick-up times are available?
- →Thursday, December 4: 7:00 AM opening
- →Friday, December 5: 7:30 AM opening
- →Saturday, December 6: 7:30 AM opening
- →Sunday, December 7: 6:30 AM opening (for early start option)
Packet pick-up occurs at the park fee booth each morning, with baggage drop available at a safe, dry location at the Monument Aid Station.
What on-course support and amenities are provided?
Runners receive on-course support including fluids, Honey Stinger nutrition products, fresh fruit, and both salty and sweet snacks at aid stations throughout each day's race.
What entertainment is featured during the event?
The event includes live entertainment with Drummer Gary Elthie, Red Hawk performances, local tribal royalty, and other live music throughout the four days, creating a celebratory atmosphere at the Four Corners Monument.
What awards and finisher items are included?
- →Daily medals specific to each state (Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico)
- →Long-sleeve shirt
- →Drawstring bag
- →Poster
- →Pint glass
- →Sticker
- →Quad Keyah ornament (for runners completing all four states)
- →Choice of Navajo Code Talker poster
- →Competitive overall awards for trail series runners (road series is noncompetitive)
What additional items do charity bib runners receive?
Charity bib participants receive extra swag items including dreamcatchers, pottery, hoodies, jackets, beanies, towels, and caps in addition to standard finisher awards.
What is the Charity Bib Program?
The Charity Bib Program offers free race entry for runners who commit to fundraising through the Wander Project platform. Funds raised support NavajoYES programs including the Dine' Bike Project, trail development and maintenance, community outings, and local outreach initiatives.
What lodging options are available near the event?
- →Ute Mountain Casino: Approximately 30 minutes away
- →Bluff, Utah: Less than 1 hour away
- →Cortez, Colorado: Approximately 40 minutes away
- →Farmington, New Mexico: Approximately 1 hour away
- →Kayenta, Arizona (on Navajo Nation): Approximately 75 miles away
What are the nearest airports and driving times?
- →Cortez, Colorado (CEZ): 40
