About the Event
2026 RACE INFO Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026 CCHM Bus Loading 5:30 - 6:00 AM 5K Bus Loading 6:30 - 7:00 AM Bus loading will take place at the Heritage Center Theater Lobby, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City, UT 84720. (This is also the location for packet pickup on Friday, September 11th). ALL Runners are transported by bus to the start line. Half Marathon will begin at Wood Ranch, and 5K will begin shortly up the canyon (near Rusty's Ranch House). CCHM Start: 7:00 AM 5K Start: 7:30 AM The 17th annual running of the Cedar City Half Marathon down Cedar Canyon will feature plenty of pleasant surprises and one of the most spectacular downhill closed-canyon runs ever. Whether it's the sound of Coal Creek, breathtaking views, enthusiastic aid station volunteers, or energy-pumping music with crowds urging you to finish strong—the focus of the "Cedar Half" has always been on a quality runner experience over quantity. It's rare to run a half marathon or a canyon without worrying about traffic. You'll have the roads and trails to yourself in the Cedar Half. On race day, Cedar Canyon is closed to all vehicles, and at the mouth of Cedar Canyon all runners will transition onto Cedar's magnificent trail system all the way to the finish line. The CourseThe crisp canyon air rushes through aspens and the sounds of water rushing down Coal Creek accompany runners as they wind their way through eons of geologic formations to the mouth of Cedar Canyon. Majestic sandstone pyramids mark the intersection of the Great Basin and the Rocky Mountain formation. This is where runners will transition from SR-14 to Cedar City's spectacular trail system along Coal Creek through Canyon Park, Veterans Ball Fields, and the welcoming finish at the Bicentennial Soccer Complex. Along the Coal Creek Trail System there are three road underpasses allowing runners to avoid street traffic. The Map CLICK HERE TO SEE THE COURSE MAP Canyon Road Re-open Time: 10:00 AM - The Utah Highway Patrol will reopen Cedar Canyon to traffic at 10:00 AM, and all runners must be off the Canyon highway (SR-14), by that time. (Note: The last 3 miles of the course are on the Cedar City Trail System). 5K INFORMATION Please refer to Half Marathon information regarding packet pickup, parking and bus pickup, shirts, etc. The 5K will begin at 7:30am with 5K awards starting at 8:30. AGE DIVISIONS HALF MARATHON age divisions for men and women include the following: 14 & Under 15 -19 20 - 24 25 - 29 30 - 34 35 - 39 40 - 44 45 - 49 50 - 54 55 - 59 60 - 64 65 - 69 70 - 74 75 - 79 80+ 5K age divisions for men and women include the following: 14 & Under 15 -19 20 - 29 30 - 39 40 - 49 50 - 59 60 - 69 70 - 79 80+ AID STATIONS Aid stations are available at approx.every 2 miles (see below) and supplied with electrolyte drinks, water, and gels. Ham operators are at each station to report emergencies. An ambulance will be stationed at the finish line—on call for other areas on the race route. Here are the distances at which aid stations are placed as the runner goes down Cedar Canyon: #1 = 2.5 miles #2 = 4.1 miles #3 = 6.1 miles Right-hand Canyon Turnoff Medical = 6.8 miles #4 = 8.1 miles #5 = 10.3 miles #6 = 12.1 miles Each Mile Marker and Aid Station is clearly marked. Note: If you drop off your clothing at mile markers or alongside the road, we cannot guarantee they will be returned to the finish line. We will have Gu at aid stations, and don't forget about all of the delicious food and beverages that will be available at the finish line. You are allowed to bring your own fluids and energy food. BIB AND SHIRT PICKUP PACKET PICKUP AND EARLY MORNING BUS PICKUP LOCATION! Packet pickup on Friday, Sept. 11th will also be at this same location. The Heritage Center Theater Lobby, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City UT, 84720 We recommend picking up your Bib, Runners bag, and Official Cedar City Half Marathon Shirt on Friday, Sept. 11th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Packet Pick-up will be located at The Heritage Center Theater Lobby, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City UT, 84720 You may pick up your packet and bib on Saturday morning, keep in mind this is also where all the buses will load and it will be hectic. We will do our best to accommodate each participant, but runner shirt sizes are not guaranteed for those signed up after July 31st. TEAMS Teams are welcome to participate in the Cedar City Half Marathon! A minimum of 4 people (up to 20 people) can sign up at the same time. Teams are welcome to print their own shirts and run for whatever cause they want! Additionally, you may have as many teams as you wish, meaning A, B, C teams and so on. We do not offer team awards. PARKING AND BUS PICKUP LOCATION On Race Day morning please ensure you have your bib pinned on, your clothing bag, and plenty of energy! Please leave all valuables locked up. The bus pickup area is located in front of the Heritage Center Theater (packet/bib pickup location), 105 N 100 E, Cedar City, UT 84720 You may park in the parking structure located next to the Heritage Center Theater, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City, UT 84720. We will have a free shuttle service available at the finish line to bring you back to your vehicles. You must get on the bus nearest the front. As soon as buses are full, they will take you to the start line at Wood Ranch where you'll find a pavilion and port-a-potties. For those unable to pick up their bib number on Friday, there will be a check-in desk 5:00 a.m. - 7:00 a.m. on race day, inside the Heritage Center Theater lobby. Follow the signs. If there is time, you'll receive a runner bag and a shirt (we can't guarantee correct shirt size or swag bag at morning bib pickup). Buses will begin boarding for the Half Marathon at 5:30 a.m. and the last one will leave at 6:00 a.m. (No exceptions!). Buses will begin boarding for the Adventure 5K at 6:30 a.m. and the last one will leave at 7:00 a.m. (No exceptions!). CCHM BUS LOADING - 5:30 AM to 6:00 AM 5K BUS LOADING - 6:30 AM to 7:00 AM Runners must park in the parking structure located next to the Heritage Center Theater, 105 N 100 E, Cedar City, UT 84720. Buses will take the runners up Cedar Canyon to the Start Line and will then drop off at Wood Ranch. We will have a free shuttle service available at the finish line to bring you back to your vehicles. TRANSFER AND REFUND POLICY Unfortunately, refunds are not offered for this race however, transfers or deferments are allowed until 10 days before event (September 2nd, 2026) with associated fees for medical reasons or emergencies. For those medically approved, a one time deferment is allowed for the Cedar City Half in 2027, if you have questions or need clarification please send an email to cedarcityhalf@gmail.com. Every runner must register online and must wear a bib to get on the bus and to run the course. No bandit runners are allowed! RESULTS Your results will be available shortly after you cross the finish line, and will be posted online as soon as possible at https://results.laurelt.com/cch/results FINISH LINE The finish line is located at the Bicentennial Park Soccer Fields, 700 N 400 W, Cedar City, UT 84721. There is limited parking near the finish line and more parking is available at 660 W 1045 N, Cedar City, UT 84721. Don't forget to tell your friends and family to come help cheer you across the finish line. It truly is an exciting party at the finish line for everyone in attendance! AWARDS In addition to overall male and female winners, the top three in each age group will receive a prize and podium announcement. The top three of each age/gender division will also be announced throughout the morning (as soon as the top three have finished). Be sure to check results at the awards area located by the Half Marathon backdrop near the finish line. Awards will be at 8:30 for 5K participants and directly after for Half Marathon participants. DROP BAGS You will receive a race bag when you pick up your packet at Packet Pick Up. Runners must write their name and phone number on the bag. On Race Day at Woods Ranch, there will be a truck to place drop bags in and they will be transported to the finish line. Bags will be laid out next to the Soccer Concession stand in alphabetical order (if properly identified). Please do not place any valuables (keys, cell phones, wallets, etc.) in the drop bag. LOST AND FOUND Miscellaneous items left in the clothing bins at the Aid Stations will be brought to the finish line after Cedar Canyon reopens after 10:00 a.m. Please be understanding that our clothing bin volunteers can't leave their positions until the canyon is clear of runners. Items not picked up by 11:30 a.m. on race day will be donated. PREVIOUS RESULTS Follow the link below to view previous years' results. https://results.laurelt.com/cch/results
