Mesa singletrack on the edge of Smithsonian Butte Wilderness
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The Zion Ultras Trail Half Marathon is an accessible entry point to the mesa running experience, departing Ruby Rider Ranch on dirt roads to the edge of Smithsonian Butte Wilderness, looping Wire Mesa on singletrack, and returning to the finish via dirt roads. Generous 6-hour cutoff and 2 aid stations make this a welcoming distance for trail runners of all experience levels.
Suitable for first-timers
Apple Valley, UT, United StatesApril 11, 2026
Zion Ultras Trail Half Marathon is a loop trail race in Apple Valley, UT, United States, held on April 11, 2026. The course covers 13.1 miles, climbs 1,950 ft, and has a 6h cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|
Ruby Rider Ranch Start | 0.0 | 4,921 ft | — |
Wire Mesa Aid Station | 2.8 | 4,570 ft | — |
Wire Mesa II Aid Station | 10.1 | 4,593 ft | — |
Ruby Rider Ranch Finish | 12.9 | 4,921 ft | 6h5:00 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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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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