Overview
The Utah Valley Marathon draws approximately 2,200 finishers each June on a canyon point-to-point road in Provo, United States. Its long gentle descent makes it a common target for personal bests and Boston qualifying attempts. The route passes Deer Creek-adjacent canyon roads, the Provo River corridor, and broad urban streets near BYU. The route is net downhill overall.
Utah Valley Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Utah Valley Marathon 2027 race day
The next Utah Valley Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 June 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.
Utah Valley Marathon course route
Starts in Provo Canyon and finishes in downtown Provo. The route passes Deer Creek-adjacent canyon roads, the Provo River corridor, and broad urban streets near BYU. Moderate terrain throughout. The net descent rewards aggressive pacing but punishes the quads late.
Utah Valley Marathon elevation profile
The Utah Valley 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 Utah Valley Marathon uses open online registration at utahvalleymarathon.com with no ballot or qualifying time required. Sign-up for the June race typically opens the previous year and places are allocated first-come, first-served. Tiered pricing increases closer to race day, and charity bibs are available through partner organisations when general entry closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the Utah Valley Marathon a Boston Qualifier?
- The Utah Valley Marathon is a Boston Qualifier. The Utah Valley Marathon holds a certified 42.195 km course that can be used for Boston Marathon qualifying times, subject to current Boston Athletic Association standards and the race's USATF (or equivalent) certification status in the registration year.
- What is the Utah Valley Marathon elevation profile?
- The Utah Valley 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 Utah Valley Marathon?
- The Utah Valley Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Canyon point-to-point road from Provo Canyon to downtown Provo.
- What time does the Utah Valley Marathon start?
- The 2027 Utah Valley Marathon starts at 7:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 June 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.utahvalleymarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Utah Valley Marathon start and finish?
- Starts in Provo Canyon and finishes in downtown Provo. Updated course maps are published at https://www.utahvalleymarathon.com/ each year.
- When is the Utah Valley Marathon and how do I register?
- Utah Valley Marathon is typically held in June. Registration opens through https://www.utahvalleymarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Utah Valley Marathon course flat?
- The course includes net downhill then mostly flat. Study the official course profile at https://www.utahvalleymarathon.com/ before setting pace targets.
- What landmarks does the Utah Valley Marathon pass?
- The route passes Deer Creek-adjacent canyon roads, the Provo River corridor, and broad urban streets near BYU.
- What weather should runners expect at Utah Valley Marathon?
- Usually cool at the mountain start and warm but dry in the valley by late morning.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
