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Rose Canyon Ultra 50 Mile

Basic Listing
  1. Happy Trails Racing
  2. 2026 Edition

Gnarly ridges, canyon meadows, and a view into the world's largest mine

Directions
DeadlineJune 05, 2026
This event took place on June 06, 2026

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June 06, 2026
Saturday 5:00am MDT start
Herriman, UT
United States
49.8 miles
Loop Course
12,500 ft
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Very Challenging
Experienced ultrarunners
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Field Size

What Makes It Great

A rugged 50-mile traverse through Rose, Butterfield, and Yellow Fork Canyon areas southwest of Salt Lake City. The course mixes gnarly ridgelines, steep technical climbs, stream crossings, and smooth singletrack through meadows and dense foliage. The Mine Overlook section delivers a stunning view into Kennecott's Bingham Canyon — the world's largest man-made excavation. The route visits Butterfield Peak, the Yellow Fork canyon, and finishes on shaded Butterfield Canyon trails. Heat and sun exposure in the final miles make pacing and hydration critical.

Difficulty

Advanced
7/10

Experienced ultrarunners

Technical Terrain
Steep Climbing
Technical Descent
Sun Exposure
Extreme Heat
Night Running

Race Highlights

Kennecott Mine Overlook
Course passes a viewpoint into Bingham Canyon — the largest man-made excavation on Earth
10,737 ft of climbing
Seven distinct sections including Butterfield Peak summit and multiple canyon ridgelines
Three canyon systems
Routes through Rose, Butterfield, and Yellow Fork canyons for maximum terrain variety
Stream crossings
The Butterfield Peak Loop includes stream crossings that may require rocks and logs to keep feet dry
June heat challenge
Average high of 81°F with exposed final miles — proper heat and hydration strategy is essential

Finish Awards

Finisher Medal
Custom locally made finisher medal for all finishers.
Overall Podium Plaque
Custom locally made plaque for overall male and female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers.
Salt Lake Running Company Gift Card
Gift card provided by Salt Lake Running Company for overall male and female 1st place finishers.

Rose Canyon Ultra 50 Mile

Herriman, UT, United StatesJune 06, 2026

June 06, 2026
Course map for Rose Canyon Ultra 50 Mile
DistDistance49.8 mi
GainElevation Gain12,500 ft
LimitCutoff16.6 h
Steep ClimbingTechnical DescentSun ExposureExtreme HeatNight Running

Entry Timeline

Registration DeadlineJune 05, 2026
Race DayJune 06, 2026

Lottery

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

Qualifier

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

Service Requirement

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

Terrain

Surface Types
Singletrack64%
Gravel Road22%
Forest Road14%
49.8 mi
Distance
Loop
Route
16h36m
Cutoff Time
6,749 ft
Average Elevation
12,500 ft
Total Ascent
12,500 ft
Total Descent
9,354 ft
High Point
5,384 ft
Low Point
Course map
Launch Course Explorer

Aid Stations

LocationMileElevation
Start
Start
0.00 ft
Butterfield Trailhead
Aid Station
10.87,772 ft
Butterfield Peak
Aid Station
17.97,772 ft
Mine Overlook
Aid Station
22.97,772 ft
Yellow Fork
Aid Station
31.45,659 ft
Orange Loop
Aid Station
37.35,659 ft
Blue Loop
Aid Station
42.15,659 ft
Finish
Finish
49.85,404 ft

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No on-site camping available

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

  • Pacers allowed beginning at Yellow Fork Aid Station, which 50-mile runners pass at miles 31.4, 37.2, and 42.1. Not allowed on earlier sections of the course.

Crew Rules

  • Crew welcome at Yellow Fork Aid Station (miles 31.4, 37.2, 42.1) — ample parking available.
  • Crew NOT allowed at Butterfield Aid Station (miles 10.8, 17.9, 22.9) due to extremely limited parking and permit restrictions. Crew will be asked to leave.
Weather
Heat Training Recommended

Average high of 81°F in June with significant exposed sections. Slower runners will face peak heat in the afternoon.

High UV Exposure

Exposed ridgelines and dirt road sections offer minimal shade at elevation. High UV index expected on clear summer days.

Gear Rules

Required Gear

  • Hydration vest or handheld bottle (Required for all runners. Must be carried throughout the race.)

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

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Register•June 06, 2026