East Canyon Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warm finish ahead
Runners will face a cool start at 45°F, warming significantly to 69°F by the finish. A light tailwind will aid pacing from miles 6 to 11 and 17 to 24, while crosswinds will challenge runners at various points. With humidity at 46%, hydration will be essential, especially as temperatures rise; adjusting pace and planning for heat management in the latter half is crucial.
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Race Info
The East Canyon Marathon starts at Big Mountain Pass, offering stunning views over Salt Lake City, and takes you through Emigration Canyon and down to the Morgan County Fairgrounds. It's a scenic race with a net downhill drop of 2,348 feet, passing landmarks like the East Canyon Reservoir and Red Rock Canyon with its striking formations. As a USATF-certified and Boston-qualifying course, it's primarily downhill, with only a modest elevation gain of 633 feet. Source
