Hobble Creek Half Marathon
Hobble Creek Half Marathon: a fast, scenic downhill through Utah's canyon country.
Race Date
Aug 22, 2026
Location
Mapleton, UT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Location
- Mapleton, Utah
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 16,369
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hobble Creek Half Marathon delivers on its reputation: a fast, net-downhill course winding through Utah's stunning canyon scenery. Starting near Mapleton, runners enjoy gentle descent along paved roads with mountain views that earn the race its 5.0 scenery rating. The certified course is well-measured and often yields personal bests for those who can handle the grade. With typical weather ranging from 60 to 86°F and little rain, conditions usually cooperate.
The race has been a local staple for 23 editions, drawing around 440 finishers from about 11 states each year. About 16% of runners return, a sign of its loyal following. While organization has improved — results post instantly and post-race food is solid — the start can still run late, and porta-potties are scarce. Still, the scenery and downhill speed make Hobble Creek a hidden gem for those seeking a fast, scenic half in a small-town setting.
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Events
Half Marathon
Time: 7:00AM MDT
Place
W Maple St and N Main
Mapleton, UT US 84664
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Race Day
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
W Maple St and N Main, Mapleton, UT, 84664
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Standout7224 years running
~783 finishers a year
growing or steady
17% returning runners
6 timing sources · 3 photos
runners from 8 states
winner 1:07:49
typical high 87°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
86°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.0"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
47%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 16,369 finishers actually crossed the line across 24 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
16,369
Median time
2:03:26
Latest turnout
393
States
43
Turnout by year
2019–2026
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Frequently asked
When is the Hobble Creek Half Marathon?
The Hobble Creek Half Marathon was held on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Where does the Hobble Creek Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Mapleton, Utah.
What distances does the Hobble Creek Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Hobble Creek Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Hobble Creek Half Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.
How many people run the Hobble Creek Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 16,369 runners who have completed the Hobble Creek Half Marathon.
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