Ponderosa Polar Challenge is an upcoming race in Orderville on Nov 7.
Ponderosa Polar Challenge is a trail race weekend at Zion Ponderosa with distances from 5K to 150 miles. It runs from Nov 7 to Nov 9, 2026. Runners can choose short or ultra distances, so expect race-day activity across the whole weekend. This East Zion area event works well if you are driving between Duck Creek, Zion, and Kanab. Give yourself extra time on SR-9 and US-89.
What to know before you go
- Ponderosa Polar Challenge 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.
Reviewed March 2026 by Duck Creek Village Inn editorial team
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.
