East Canyon Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start, warming up, tailwind
Runners will face a temperature rising from 55°F at the start to a warm 83°F by race's end, with a maximum wind of 7 mph from the S. Humidity is moderate at 44%, allowing for comfortable conditions early. Strategy should include a conservative start in the cooler temperatures, with hydration becoming essential as the heat increases, particularly during the tailwind sections between miles 6-11 and 18-24.
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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
