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Mar 23, 2024 at 6:00 AM

Behind the Rocks Ultra

Behind the Rocks

Moab UT, 84532

USA

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Entry Fee $
(Lowest or Early Registration)

Prize Money: no

Distance(s):

  • 10M
  • 30K
  • 50K
  • 50M

Type: Ultra

Participant Limit: 800

Starting Elevation: 5500

High Point: 5500

Percent of the course on un-paved trails: 100%

First Year of the Event: 2014

Men's Record: 8:09:20 Devon Olson

Women's Record: 9:22:00 Silke Koester

Description:

Behind the Rocks Ultra starts and finishes at the Behind the Rocks Trail, along the border of the Behind the Rocks Wilderness Study Area. Moab’s last hidden gem; its tall standing Navajo Sandstone domes and fins can be seen from many places along the course. This course traverses some remote trails, and give you the opportunity to enjoy the desert solitude. From smooth double track to sandy washes to technical doubletrack, to challenging singletrack, Behind the Rocks Ultra will test you mentally and physically. While the 30K can give a runner an introduction to Moab trail running, the 50 Mile course is among our most challenging events. It includes some some technical down climbs and rim running, that offer amazing views of arches and rock formations. As runners close in on the finish line, they’ll see it nestled just below the La Sal Mountain range. A great place to enjoy the finish line with a great community! With free camping at the start/finish line, you’re welcome to spend the weekend. Bring your cooler, stocked with your favorite post race drinks, and stay for the fun!

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Past Event Dates

Held on Mar 23, 2024

Held on Mar 25, 2023

Held on Mar 26, 2022

Held on Mar 27, 2021

Held on Mar 21, 2020

Held on Mar 23, 2019

Held on Mar 24, 2018

Held on Mar 25, 2017

Held on Apr 02, 2016

Held on Mar 28, 2015

Held on Mar 29, 2014

Event Results

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