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Morgan Valley Marathon

Morgan Valley Half Marathon offers scenic beauty and a challenging course in Northern Utah.

Race Date

Jun 27, 2026

Location

Morgan, UT

Solid Pick57

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Location
Morgan, Utah
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi)
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner FriendlyDestination Worthy

Atmosphere

Spectator SupportGreat MedalWell Organized

Course

Scenic RouteWell Marked

The Experience

The Morgan Valley Half Marathon, now in its 13th running, invites participants to experience the scenic beauty of Northern Utah. This race is designed to challenge runners with a course that blends flat sections with rolling hills, all set against a backdrop of picturesque valley landscapes.

With a median field size of around 102 finishers and attracting runners from approximately 10 states, the event offers an intimate yet engaging atmosphere. The typical winning time of about 69 minutes suggests a competitive field, while the steady attendance and a repeat-runner rate of around 8% point to a dedicated following.

Runners can choose from a variety of distances, including a full marathon, 10K, and 5K, making it a comprehensive event for all levels. The new start and finish line promise an updated race-day experience for this spectator-friendly event.

Race-provided description

WELOME TO THE 12th RUNNING OF THE MORGAN VALLEY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 10K & 5K!NEW START AND FINISH-LINE! Join us for one of Northern Utah's most scenic marathons!  Nestled in the beautiful Morgan Valley, Utah, We've got you covered with the full marathon, half marathon, 10k or 5k running races to choose from!    This spectator friendly course is ready to challenge you combining flats, rolling hills and lot's of amazing scenery!   Do More! Be More, GET MORE! RUN MORGAN!

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

195 E. 125 N, Morgan, UT, 84050

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Rural, Mountain

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Quality Score

Solid Pick57
Methodology
Heritage20/20

13 years running

Size10/15

~102 finishers a year

Momentum5/5

growing or steady

Loyalty8/20

8% returning runners

Course & details3/15

7 timing sources

National draw6/10

runners from 10 states

Front-pack speed5/5

winner 1:08:56

Weather0/10

typical high 83°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

82°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.0"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

46%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Morgan Valley Marathon?

The Morgan Valley Marathon is held on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

Where does the Morgan Valley Marathon take place?

It takes place in Morgan, Utah.

What distances does the Morgan Valley Marathon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles).

Is the Morgan Valley Marathon course flat and good for a PR?

The Morgan Valley Marathon is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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