2026 Washington Dogtown Races

The 2026 Washington Dogtown Races are scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Washington, Utah. The event features mixed-terrain courses combining asphalt, paved trails, and dirt/gravel sections, with a finish line at the Sullivan Virgin River Soccer Park. For late January in this region, participants should anticipate cold morning temperatures, typically ranging from the upper 20s to low 40s Fahrenheit, with a possibility of icy patches on the trail sections; dressing in layers is recommended.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
• →10K (6.2 miles)
• →5K (3.1 miles)
• →Kids Race (~0.55 miles)

What are the start times for each race?

• →Half Marathon: 9:00 AM
• →10K: 9:15 AM
• →5K: 9:30 AM
• →Kids Race: 10:30 AM

How much does registration cost?

Early Bird (2/3/2025 - 10/31/2025)

• →Half Marathon: $50
• →10K: $35
• →5K: $25
• →Kid's Race: $10

Regular (11/1/2025 - 1/15/2026)

• →Half Marathon: $60
• →10K: $40
• →5K: $30
• →Kid's Race: $15

Late (after 1/15/2026 or while supplies last)

• →Half Marathon: $70
• →10K: $45
• →5K: $35
• →Kid's Race: $20

What is included in the registration?

• →Participation medal (for all Kids Race participants)
• →Race shirt (guaranteed if registered by January 1st; Youth sizes only for the Kids Race)
• →Aid station supplies (Water, Gatorade, Gu)
• →Clothing drop service
• →Post-race free play at the park and splash pad (Kids Race)

What is the course terrain and type?

• →Half Marathon: Point-to-point. Mostly asphalt and paved trails with one short dirt/gravel section.
• →10K: Out-and-back. Paved trails and canyon terrain.
• →5K: Out-and-back. Paved trails and river terrain.
• →Kids Race: Paved loops around the soccer fields.

When and where is packet pickup?

• →Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
• →Time: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• →Location: Washington City Community Center

Are there any time limits or cutoffs?

• →Half Marathon: 3 hours (cutoff at 12:00 PM)

Are there aid stations on the course?

• →Half Marathon: Miles 2, 4, 6, 10, and 12. Mile 12 offers drinks and Gu only.
• →10K: Miles 1.5 and 3.1.
• →5K: Mile 1.5.
• →Kids Race: None.

Is there transportation provided to the start lines?

• →Half Marathon: Mandatory shuttle service is provided from the finish line (Sullivan Virgin River Soccer Park) to the start line.
• →Shuttle Boarding: 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM.
• →Last Shuttle: 8:15 AM.

Is there a clothing drop service?

• →Yes, clothing drop is available at the start line or any aid station.
• →Items must be labeled with a bib number.
• →Clothing is collected at the finish line (Fishing Pond pavilion at Sullivan Park).
• →Unclaimed items are donated to Deseret Industries.

What are the age requirements for the Kids Race?

• →The Kids Race is limited to participants 12 years old and under.

Where is the start and finish location for the 10K and 5K?

• →Both the 10K and 5K start and finish at Sullivan Park.

What specific terrain sections exist in the Half Marathon?

• →The course starts at 193 N Old Highway 91, Hurricane.
• →It includes a descent into Coral Canyon.
• →There is a dirt/gravel section between Landfill Rd and the Cottonwood Trail paved trailhead.
• →It features a fast and steep descent to the Virgin River.
• →The finish is at Sullivan Park.