Overview
The Salt Lake City Marathon draws approximately 1,500 finishers each April on an urban road in Salt Lake City, United States. Descending from the east bench gives the race a quick first half before the city grid settles the pace. The course passes This Is The Place Heritage Park, Liberty Park, and temple district streets with Wasatch views throughout. The route is net downhill overall.
Salt Lake City Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Salt Lake City Marathon 2027 race day
The next Salt Lake City Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 4 April 2027 with a 7:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 180 m of climbing on a net downhill then mostly flat layout.
Salt Lake City Marathon course route
Starts near the University of Utah and finishes downtown. The course passes This Is The Place Heritage Park, Liberty Park, and temple district streets with Wasatch views throughout. Moderate terrain throughout. The net descent rewards aggressive pacing but punishes the quads late.
Salt Lake City Marathon elevation profile
The Salt Lake City Marathon course is net downhill then mostly flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 180 metres of climbing and 220 metres of descent, with a net descent of 40 metres from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Salt Lake City Marathon uses open online registration at saltlakecitymarathon.com with no ballot or qualifying time required. Sign-up for the April race typically opens the previous year and places are allocated first-come, first-served. The course is a popular Boston-qualifier and early registration secures lower tier pricing. Tiered pricing increases closer to race day, and charity bibs are available through partner organisations when general entry closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Salt Lake City Marathon elevation profile?
- The Salt Lake City Marathon has 180 metres of total climbing and 220 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is net downhill then mostly flat, with 40 metres of net descent from start to finish.
- How long is the Salt Lake City Marathon?
- The Salt Lake City Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts near the University of Utah and finishes downtown.
- What time does the Salt Lake City Marathon start?
- The 2027 Salt Lake City Marathon starts at 7:00 am local time on Sunday, 4 April 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on saltlakecitymarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Salt Lake City Marathon start and finish?
- Starts near the University of Utah and finishes downtown. Updated course maps are published at https://saltlakecitymarathon.com/ each year.
- When is the Salt Lake City Marathon and how do I register?
- Salt Lake City Marathon is typically held in April. Registration opens through https://saltlakecitymarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Salt Lake City Marathon course flat?
- The course includes net downhill then mostly flat. Study the official course profile at https://saltlakecitymarathon.com/ before setting pace targets.
- What landmarks does the Salt Lake City Marathon pass?
- The course passes This Is The Place Heritage Park, Liberty Park, and temple district streets with Wasatch views throughout.
- What weather should runners expect at Salt Lake City Marathon?
- Usually crisp and dry with a cool canyon-influenced start and sunny spring air later on.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
