2026 Thelma and Louise Marathon and Half

The 2026 Thelma and Louise Marathon and Half takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, behind the Rocks Trail in Moab, Utah. Participants can expect typical spring desert conditions with daytime highs in the mid-60s°F and overnight lows in the mid-30s°F, though weather can be variable with potential for wind and rapid temperature changes. This women's-focused trail event guides runners through the remote Behind the Rocks Wilderness Area, featuring a mix of dirt road, slickrock, and sandy washes, with views of the area's iconic red rock fins, Lone Rock walls, and the distant La Sal Mountains.

What race distances are available?

• →50K with an elevation gain of 2,979 feet and a highest point of 5,726 feet
• →Marathon with an elevation gain of 2,644 feet and a highest point of 5,726 feet
• →Half Marathon with an elevation gain of 1,178 feet and a highest point of 5,727 feet
• →15K with an elevation gain of 745 feet and a highest point of 5,726 feet

How much does registration cost?

• →50K: $190 (+ fees)
• →Marathon: $175 (+ fees)
• →Half Marathon: $145 (+ fees)
• →15K: $125 (+ fees)

What is included with registration?

• →Custom race-specific shirt
• →Custom Thelma and Louise shot glass
• →Unique belt buckle finisher medal
• →Post-race food and refreshments
• →Free camping at Mad Moose Base Camp
• →Option to choose "Thelma" or "Louise" on your race bib

What is the race day schedule?

• →5:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. — Race Day Packet Pick-up & Registration
• →6:30 a.m. — 50K and Marathon Start
• →7:30 a.m. — Half Marathon Start
• →8:00 a.m. — 15K Start
• →Pre-race announcements 10 minutes before each start

When and where is packet pickup?

• →Friday, April 24, 2026: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Start/Finish Line, Behind the Rocks Trail
• →Saturday, April 25, 2026: 5:45 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. at the Start/Finish Line
• →Photo ID required to receive your own packet
• →You may pick up another runner's goody bag and shirt, but NOT their bib

What are the course characteristics?

• →Terrain includes sandy washes, technical doubletrack, and smooth jeep trails
• →Course is set in the Behind the Rocks Wilderness Area with views of Lone Rock walls and La Sal Mountains
• →This is a cup-less event; bring your own reusable cup
• →Water dispensers available at start/finish and every aid station

What are the course maps and elevation details?

• →50K Map: Drive ↗
• →50K Interactive Map: Caltopo ↗
• →Marathon Map: Drive ↗
• →Marathon Interactive Map: Caltopo ↗
• →Half Marathon Map: Drive ↗
• →Half Marathon Interactive Map: Caltopo ↗
• →15K Map: Drive ↗
• →15K Interactive Map: Caltopo ↗

What is the camping situation?

• →Free camping is available at Mad Moose Base Camp for participants, family, and crew
• →Base camp is located at the start/finish area
• →Additional lodging options are available through Discovermoab ↗

Are there any important event restrictions?

• →Entries are non-transferable
• →Vehicles may not leave the parking area from 7:20 a.m. – 8:10 a.m.
• →The road to the start is technical but passable for 2WD; allow plenty of travel time