Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races
Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races offer a challenging yet accessible trail running experience with stunning mountain views.
Race Date
May 22, 2027
Location
Salt Lake City, UT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 22, 2027
- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Atmosphere
The Experience
The Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races invite runners to explore the rugged beauty of the Wasatch Mountains. This event, held in Salt Lake City, Utah, caters to a range of trail running abilities, with distances including a 50-miler, 50K, and 10K.
The course is designed to challenge participants with the natural terrain of the foothills, providing an authentic trail running experience. While specific elevation details are not provided, trail races in this region typically offer significant climbs and descents, rewarding runners with panoramic views of the Salt Lake Valley and the surrounding peaks.
This race series has established itself as a local favorite, drawing participants from across the region. The steady field trend suggests a loyal following, with runners appreciating the blend of challenging trails and the spectacular mountain backdrop. The typical race-day weather, ranging from cool mornings to warm afternoons, adds to the appeal for those seeking an outdoor adventure.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
1 year running
~67 finishers a year
growing or steady
0% returning runners
4 timing sources
runners from 10 states
winner 1:35:17
typical high 75°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
14 mph
Wind
40%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races?
The Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races is held on Saturday, May 22, 2027.
Where does the Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races take place?
It takes place in Salt Lake City, Utah.
What distances does the Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?
The Salt Lake Foothills Trail Races is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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