What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon
• →Wheelchair Half Marathon

How much does registration cost?

• →Half Marathon: $84
• →Wheelchair Half Marathon: $84

When does registration close?

• →Registration for both the Half Marathon and Wheelchair Half Marathon closes on March 25, 2026, at 11:59 PM MDT.

What is the event schedule?

• →The event starts at 7:00 AM MDT and ends at 11:00 AM MDT.
• →Packet pick-up is scheduled for Friday, March 27, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St George Running Center.

What is the course like?

• →The course is a road/paved trail event starting at Highland Park in Washington, Utah.
• →The first 4 miles feature a downhill section, followed by a gradual descent along the Virgin River Trail for the remaining 9 miles.
• →The finish line is located at Bloomington Park in St. George, Utah.

What transportation options are available to the start?

• →Shuttle buses will depart from Bloomington Park (finish line) between 5:30 AM and 6:15 AM.
• →Alternative drop-off options are available for friends and family to drop runners off at Highland Park.
• →GPS coordinates are provided for the start location.

What facilities are available during the event?

• →Aid stations are located at miles 2.25, 4, 6, 8.5, 10.5, and 11.75.
• →Each aid station provides water, Gnarly Hydration (Gatorade), e-Gel Turbo / e-Gel Endurance, and porta-potties.
• →Additional items at miles 6 and 10.5 include oranges, bananas, and GU energy gels.
• →Porta-potties are also available at miles 4, 6, and 10.5.

What is included in registration?

• →All participants receive a Southern Utah Half Marathon T-shirt, headband, and a souvenir rally towel (first 500 registrants).
• →Finishers receive a finisher medal if they complete the course within 4 hours.
• →Awards are given to the top 3 in each age division and the top 5 men and women overall.

What are the age categories?

• →Age categories include: 14 & under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over.

What are the race rules and conditions?

• →The time limit for the event is 4 hours, with the finish line closing at 11:00 AM.
• →Chip timing is used, with the chip located on the back of the bib.
• →Mile markers are clearly marked throughout the course.
• →Gear check is available at the start, with bags requiring a visible race number.

What are the awards and prizes?

• →Top 3 finishers in each age division receive awards.
• →Top 5 men and women overall receive gift cards to St. George Running Center.
• →The awards ceremony is scheduled for approximately 10:00 AM.

What should participants know about the event?

• →The course may be subject to changes to ensure the full 13.1-mile distance.
• →Only 5 shuttle buses are available due to driver shortages, and carpooling is encouraged.
• →Social distancing is required at aid stations.
• →Any clothing dropped on the course will be donated.