An approachable high-country run through Bears Ears' remote singletrack at 8,200+ feet
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An 8.5-mile introduction to the Bears Ears Ultra course, running high-elevation singletrack in the Abajo Mountains above 8,200 feet. Runners experience the quiet, remote character of the terrain — the panoramic views and cultural landscape of Bears Ears National Monument — in an approachable half-day effort.
Suitable for first-timers
Monticello, UT, United StatesJune 20, 2026
Bears Ears Ultra 13K is a loop trail race in Monticello, UT, United States, held on June 20, 2026. The course covers 8.5 miles, climbs 1,340 ft, and has a 6h30m cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
Start / Finish Start | 0.0 | 8,232 ft | — |
Lake Aid Station | 5.8 | 8,730 ft | — |
Finish Finish | 8.5 | 8,232 ft | 6h30m2:00 PM |
Aid station details for this race are still being filled in. Cutoffs and access rules come from the race’s own published information and can change — check the official race details before planning around them.
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Camping is not permitted at the start/finish line or along the access road (Forest Rd. 5419). Dispersed camping is available in the surrounding Manti-La Sal National Forest; the race website includes a Google Map showing nearby dispersed sites and established campgrounds in the Monticello area.
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