What distances are available for this event?

• →Full Marathon (26.2 miles) starting at 7:30 a.m.
• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles) starting at 9:00 a.m.

How much does registration cost?

• →Full Marathon: $153.89 (includes $9.89 fee)
• →Half Marathon: Pricing details are yet to be announced.

What is included in registration?

• →Event apparel
• →Finisher’s medal
• →Access to Colorado National Monument
• →Post-race food
• →Chip timing
• →Shuttle service

What are the start times for the races?

• →Full Marathon: 7:30 a.m. (subject to change)
• →Half Marathon: 9:00 a.m. (subject to change)

What are the cutoff times for the races?

Full Marathon:

• →Mile 6.0 (Red Canyon Overlook): 9:15 a.m.
• →Mile 12.2 (Highland View): 11:00 a.m.
• →Mile 17.9 (Saddlehorn Entrance): 12:30 p.m.

Half Marathon:

• →Mile 4.4 (Saddlehorn Entrance): 12:30 p.m.

What facilities and amenities are available during the event?

• →Post-race party at Fruita Community Center, including meal and beer tickets (21+)
• →Facilities such as hot tub, pool, and locker rooms available after the race

What are the gear drop and return procedures?

Gear Drop:

• →Full Marathon: At Red Canyon Overlook (Aid #2) and Monument Canyon View (Aid #5)
• →Half Marathon: At Monument Canyon View (Aid #5)

Gear Return:

• →Expected by 1:00 p.m. (or later pickup with Grand Junction Sports Commission)

Are there any restrictions on spectators?

Spectators are not allowed on the Monument; it is recommended they gather at the Fruita Community Center or James M. Robb State Park.

What should I consider about the weather on race day?

Participants can expect mild and crisp weather, with temperatures typically ranging from the mid-40s to low 60s Fahrenheit, making for ideal running conditions.