Arches Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Cool start — fast day potential, big temp swing
A cool 48°F at the start line is ideal for fast times — expect to warm up quickly once you're moving. Temps will climb significantly to 67°F by later miles, so expect fading conditions as the race progresses. Light winds shouldn't be a major factor for pacing.
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Race Info
The Arches Half Marathon runs on the Behind the Rocks Trail about 13 miles south of Moab, Utah, alongside a companion 15K, marathon, and 50K held the same day on the same desert course. The route follows jeep roads and sandy washes with views of the La Sal Mountains and Picture Frame Arch. Mad Moose Events, a family-run race company, has organized the event since 2017. A high-clearance or four-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended for the unpaved access road to the start/finish area.
