East Canyon Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm rain, adjust pace conservatively
Runners will face temperatures starting at 66°F, peaking at 68°F, with high humidity at 80%. A light rain will persist throughout, creating a slippery surface, and a max wind of 13 mph will provide a variable tailwind and crosswind. Given the conditions, it’s crucial for runners to start conservatively and hydrate frequently, especially during the rolling terrain from mile 1 to 6 and the descent from mile 14 to 17.
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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
