Mesa rim trails above the Virgin River with a 22-hour window to finish
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The Zion Ultras 100K takes runners from Ruby Rider Ranch across Wire Mesa and into the Gooseberry Mesa rim trail network, tracing the canyon edges high above the Virgin River on a mix of singletrack and slickrock. A short out-and-back to Crazy Jug Point adds a dramatic viewpoint before runners drop into the Virgin Desert for the race's final long stretch. Pacers are allowed from Mile 42.9 to the finish, supporting runners through the most demanding terrain.
Some ultra experience recommended
Apple Valley, UT, United StatesApril 11, 2026
Zion Ultras 100K is a loop trail race in Apple Valley, UT, United States, held on April 11, 2026. The course covers 62.1 miles, climbs 7,180 ft, and has a 22h cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Pacers | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ruby Rider Ranch Start | 0.0 | 4,921 ft | — | CrewHike in | ||
Wire Mesa Aid Station | 8.0 | 4,570 ft | — | |||
Wire Mesa II Aid Station | 15.3 | 4,570 ft | — | |||
Mondo Z Aid Station | 23.0 | 5,059 ft | — | |||
Crazy Jug Point Landmark | 26.5 | 5,344 ft | — | |||
Gooseberry Aid Station | 30.8 | 5,272 ft | — | |||
Mondo Z II Aid Station | 34.6 | 5,066 ft | — | |||
Virgin Desert Aid Station | 42.9 | 3,839 ft | — | Crew | Pacers | |
Virgin Dam Aid Station | 44.6 | 3,740 ft | — | |||
Water Monster Resource | 47.0 | 3,688 ft | — | |||
Mondo Z III Aid Station | 55.0 | 5,066 ft | — | |||
Ruby Rider Ranch Finish | 62.1 | 4,925 ft | 22h4:30 AM +1 | CrewHike in |
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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Primitive camping at Ruby Rider Ranch (same location as expo, start, and finish). Options include tent, car camping, hammock, or RV. Tent rental available for an additional fee. Reserve a spot in advance — space is available but it's treated as a large group site.
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