Red Mountain 50K, 30K, Trail Half

The Red Mountain 50K, 30K, Trail Half returns to Ivins, Utah on March 6th, 2027, offering runners a challenging yet scenic trail experience in the Santa Clara Reserve. This event is hosted by the St. George Running Center and features three distinct race distances: the grueling 50K for those seeking an endurance challenge, the more moderate but still demanding 30K, and the half marathon option which provides a mix of singletrack trails and dirt roads.
The Santa Clara Reserve, located in Washington County southwest of Ivins and near the Shivwits Indian Reservation, serves as the backdrop for this race. Runners can expect a setting that includes rolling desert landscapes and historic landmarks like Gates Lane Bridge and Unity Park. The terrain is varied with stretches of singletrack trails winding through scenic washes and over climbs throughout the course.
Established in recent years to support local endurance athletes and promote trail running, the Red Mountain event has become an integral part of the regional running community's annual calendar. Proceeds from this race contribute directly to scholarships for high school seniors pursuing higher education opportunities within Washington County. The event attracts runners ranging from beginners testing their mettle on shorter distances like the half marathon, to seasoned ultrarunners tackling the full 50K.
The Red Mountain courses wind through scenic dirt trails and singletrack paths in the Santa Clara Reserve, with varying terrain that includes climbs, descents, and flat stretches. The course layout for each distance involves multiple loops, starting on Gates Lane Bridge near the Jacob Hamblin home before transitioning onto a BLM service road leading into the reserve's trail network.
On race day, participants will face firm yet slightly soft conditions underfoot along with moderate UV exposure typical of early spring in this region. Temperatures are expected to range between 5°C and 12°C at sunrise, likely cooling down during morning hours but remaining mild throughout the event due to low humidity levels and calm winds.