Ponderosa Polar Challenge 2026
A Zion Ponderosa trail-race weekend in Orderville with distances from 5K to 150 miles.
Ponderosa Polar Challenge 2026 takes place November 7-9 at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort in Orderville. The official page says runners can choose from 5K through 150 miles, move at their own pace within a 52-hour time limit, and use 1-, 2-, and 3-mile loops to build their distance. Camping is included for participants, and longer-distance runners receive weekend meals and aid station support. For Duck Creek Village Inn guests, this is a strong Zion-corridor endurance event that can anchor a full mountain-and-canyon weekend near East Zion.
What to know before you go
- Ponderosa Polar Challenge 2026 is part of our race / sports event coverage for Southern Utah.
- It is tied to Zion 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 Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, Orderville 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.
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.
