2026 Yuma Territorial Marathon and Half Marathon

The 2026 Yuma Territorial Marathon and Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, starting at the Cocopah Casino & Resort in Somerton, United States. The event features a USATF-certified, out-and-back course on US Highway 95, characterized by a flat and fast profile with an elevation of approximately 140 feet. Participants can anticipate cool January weather conditions, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 68°F and minimal wind, which provides favorable conditions for achieving personal records. The race is hosted by Caballeros de Yuma, with proceeds directed toward local youth and community programs.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Full Marathon starting at 7:00 AM
• →Half Marathon starting at 7:20 AM
• →10K Run starting at 7:40 AM
• →Team Relay (4-person) starting at 7:00 AM

How much does registration cost?

Standard Entry Fees:

• →Marathon: $105
• →Half Marathon: $65
• →10K: $45
• →Team Relay (4-person): $250

Active Military & Family Discounts:

• →Marathon: $75
• →Half Marathon: $35
• →10K: $25
• →Team Relay (Military/First Responder Teams): $125

What is the event schedule?

• →Friday, Jan 30: In-person registration from 4:00–8:00 PM in the Cottonwood Room at Cocopah Casino
• →Saturday, Jan 31 (Race Day): In-person registration from 6:00–7:00 AM; Marathon & Team Relay start at 7:00 AM; Half Marathon start at 7:20 AM; 10K start at 7:40 AM
• →Awards Ceremony: Overall awards at 11:00 AM; Age Group awards at 11:30 AM
• →Course Closure: 1:00 PM

What is included in the registration fee?

• →Technical fabric finisher T-shirt
• →Finisher medal
• →Goodie bag (available for the first 300 participants to check in)
• →Hydration stations at nearly every mile (water and Gatorade)
• →Access to first aid stations at select points
• →Coffee and hot chocolate available pre-race near the start

What awards and prizes are available?

Age Group Awards (Marathon & Half Marathon):

Top 3 Male and Female in the following categories:

• →Under 20
• →20–29
• →30–39
• →40–49
• →50–59
• →60–69
• →70+

Cash Prizes (Individuals Only - Marathon & Half Marathon):

• →1st Place: $250
• →2nd Place: $100
• →3rd Place: $50

Course Record Bonus:

• →A plaque is awarded to the first participant to break the existing course records.

What are the current course records?

Marathon:

• →Male: 2:26:56 (Gary Krugger, 2014)
• →Female: 3:05:34 (Courtney Langer, 2023)

Half Marathon:

• →Male: 1:10:49 (Adam Dalton, 2020)
• →Female: 1:25:24 (Ivette Sandoval, 2022)

10K:

• →Male: 39:33 (Barrett Dahl, 2024)
• →Female: 45:40 (Arcy Selk, 2023)

Team Relay:

• →2:47:06 (Tangerinos, 2024)

What are the course details and rules?

• →Course Type: USATF-certified out-and-back on US Highway 95.
• →Elevation: Near-flat with a net descent of ~74 ft outbound and a climb of the same amount over the final ~2 miles.
• →Surface: Paved highway shoulder (closed to traffic, but runners must stay alert).
• →Restrictions: Only registered runners are allowed on the course. Bikes, strollers, and spectators are not permitted.
• →Runner Safety: Runners must stay on the designated shoulder and be aware of their surroundings at all times.

What is the format for the Team Relay?

• →Team Size: 4 runners per team (teams may complete the race with 3 members if one drops; one runner must complete 2 legs).
• →Exchange Points:

• Aid Station #6 (~Half Marathon turnaround)

• Aid Station #11 (Marathon turnaround)

• Aid Station #6 (return leg)

• →Logistics: Teams are responsible for self-transporting runners to exchange points.
• →Changes: Any changes to the team lineup must be reported to race staff before the start.