

Zion Ultras Charity Bibs
Zion Ultras half marathon: nonstop views of Zion's sandstone walls.
Race Date
Apr 10, 2027
Location
Apple Valley, UT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 10, 2027
- Location
- Apple Valley, Utah
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Trail
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
The Zion Ultras half marathon is a trail runner’s dream, winding through high-desert mesas and slickrock with unmatched views of Zion National Park’s iconic sandstone walls. Starting and ending at remote Smithsonian Butte, the course is a relentless test of mental fortitude, featuring long sustained climbs, technical footing, and narrow rim sections. The ever-changing terrain keeps you fully engaged, but the real reward is the scenery: West Temple, The Watchman, and the Virgin River far below appear around every turn.
Despite its demanding nature, the half marathon distance makes this epic landscape accessible. The atmosphere is intimate and remote, with no big crowds or flashy amenities—just the raw beauty of the desert. For runners seeking a truly immersive experience that blends challenge with awe, this race delivers. The charity bib program adds purpose, allowing participants to fundraise for causes they care about while tackling one of the most scenic courses in the Southwest.
Race-provided description
Zion Ultras The Zion Ultras run across high-desert mesas, linking long stretches of singletrack, slickrock, and exposed desert trails. The courses are demanding, and the terrain ever-changing. Runners will experience long, sustained climbs, narrow rim sections, and sections with technical footing that will test mental fortitude. But what makes this race special is how nonstop the views are. Starting and finishing from basecamp at Smithsonian Butte, the experience feels remote, expansive, and immersive from the very first step. You’re moving through wide-open mesas with huge sightlines to Zion’s sandstone walls. West Temple. The Watchman. And the Virgin River far below. It will keep hitting you over and over: I get to run here? If you love a course that keeps you guessing while offering nonstop natural beauty, this one will stick with you. See full event details here: https://www.aravaiparunning.com/zion/ We are thrilled to be partnering with Aravaipa to offer charity bibs for this event! How it works: Raise money to support a cause that matters to YOU! 100 Mile: $2000 fundraising minimum. 100k: $1500 fundraising minimum. 60k: $1250 fundraising minimum. 30k: $1000 fundraising minimum. Trail Half Marathon: $1000 fundraising minimum. Charity bibs for all distances have the option to support one of our nonprofit partners or a charity of your choice. Once you have hit 50% of your fundraising minimum, you will be sent a code to register for the race (free entry). Please take this seriously because we have limited charity bibs available for this event and once we are full, you will be committed to raising the minimum amount or paying your fundraising difference two weeks before the event. What is a 'Charity Bib'? When you sign up for a Charity Bib and commit to being a fundraiser for the Zion Ultras, it means you're going to lead your own personal fundraiser using the provided fundraising page and raise at least your minimum for one of our nonprofit partners OR a cause of your choice. We will be here to support you through the entire journey! Don't wait. Sign up and start fundraising now! After the event, we donate a percentage of the charity bib funds to the organization of your choice and the rest goes towards supporting the communities we run in! Find out more information about distribution rates and the charity bib program here.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Start Time
11:00 AM
Start Location
Ruby Rider Ranch, Apple Valley, UT, 84737
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
trail
Scenery
Desert, Mountain
Surface
Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Hilly
Course Map
Quality Score
first year
no finisher counts yet
small race — neutral
needs a few years of results
limited extras
no finisher data yet
no winner time yet
typical high 71°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
71°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
22%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the Zion Ultras Charity Bibs?
The Zion Ultras Charity Bibs is held on Saturday, April 10, 2027, starting at 11:00 AM.
Where does the Zion Ultras Charity Bibs take place?
It takes place in Apple Valley, Utah.
What distances does the Zion Ultras Charity Bibs offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Zion Ultras Charity Bibs course flat and good for a PR?
The Zion Ultras Charity Bibs is a hilly, loop course course.
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