Escalante Canyons Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K
The Escalante Canyons Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K is a scenic Highway 12 race through Grand Staircase-Escalante country.
The Escalante Canyons Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K returns October 10, 2026, with a certified marathon and half marathon through the dramatic Highway 12 and Grand Staircase-Escalante landscape. It is farther from Duck Creek than the closest Cedar and Bryce events, but it is a destination race that can matter to Southern Utah travelers planning a longer fall loop.
What to know before you go
- Escalante Canyons Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K is part of our race / sports event coverage for Southern Utah.
- It is tied to Bryce Canyon Area, which helps guests compare drive time and choose the right basecamp.
- Ticketing or official event details are available directly from the organizer before you drive.
- Save Escalante City Park and Highway 12 course, Escalante in your map app before you leave Duck Creek or cross the parks corridor.
Plan the rest of the stay
Event days work best when the drive, weather, and overnight setup are already settled. Use these quick planning pages before you lock in the trip.
July 2026
Current details and official links
We use this page to make event day planning faster for Duck Creek guests, but organizer details can change. Cross-check the official source, ticket page, and map before you drive.
