Timp Trail Marathon and Half
when
May 16, 2026
6:00 am - Full
8:00 am - Half
where
Mt. Timpanogos Park
US-189, Orem,
UT 84097
about the area
Full Marathon Route
Starting at the Timpanogos Park Trailhead, runners will follow the course to the Cliff Edge aid station at mile 5.34, then continue 2.45 miles to the Dry Canyon Trailhead. From there, the route leads to Battle Creek Trailhead at mile 10.25 and continues for 1.14 miles to Grove Creek Trailhead at mile 11.39, where drop bags will be available. After a loop through the foothills, runners return to Battle Creek Trailhead at mile 18.15, where a designated drop area for clothing and gear will be provided—items will be transported back to the start once the final runner clears the aid station. The course then revisits Dry Canyon at mile 20.61 and Cliff Edge at mile 25.29, before the final 1.34-mile stretch to the finish line at Timpanogos Park. As always, the course is subject to changes if necessary for safety or trail conditions.
RECORDS:
- Aaron Fletcher — 3:07:40 (2017)
- Kodi Kleven — 3:57:17 (2024)
26.1 Mi
4-7
7898
Full Marathon
Description
This marathon course is incredibly challenging. If you typically run a 3:30 marathon, expect to finish this race in 5 to 6 hours. The course includes 5,883 feet of elevation gain, with 99.9% of the route made up of mountain trails and fire break roads. The only asphalt you’ll encounter is at a few road crossings at lower elevations.
There are sections of ascent and descent that will be technical but extremely scenic. As in the past, you may experience snow, rain, mud, potential stream crossings, and plenty of rocks. Although the distance matches that of a traditional marathon, this race is anything but conventional.
There will not be porta-johns, mile markers, spectators, or volunteers at every turn guiding you. You should approach this race like an ultra-distance event. The course will be marked with pink and blue flagging: continuous pink flagging indicates the correct direction, while a combination of pink and blue indicates an upcoming turn. Blue flagging will appear on the same side of the trail where the turn will occur. The course will be well-marked, but you must pay close attention to the flagging.
Cut Off: Marathon runners must be out of Grove Creek Aid Station (11.39mi) by 10am (4 hours) or you will be pulled from the course.
Aid Stations
There will be 7 aid stations supporting the Full Marathon. They are located 1-7 miles apart, This potentially could leave you on the trail between aid stations for up to two hours in some cases. It is HIGHLY recommended that you carry some type of water (i.e. hydration pack, hand held, or fanny pack).
Drop Bags: You have the opportunity to have a drop bag sent to Grove Creek Trailhead aid station at mile 11.39. Please label the outside of your drop bags with your bib number. We will bring these bags back to the start after all runners have passed through this aid station.
From Start to Finish — The aid stations are as follows:
- #1: Mile 5.34 — Cliff Edge
- #2: Mile 7.7 — Dry Canyon Trailhead
- #3: Mile 10.25 — Battle Creek Trailhead
- #4: Mile 11.39 — Grove Creek Trailhead
- Drop Bag Available
- #5: Mile 18.15 — Battle Creek Trailhead
- Drop area, clothing/gear, will be returned to the starting area after the last runner clears the aid station
- #6: Mile 20.61 — Dry Canton Trailhead
- #7: Mile 25.29 — Cliff Edge
- Finish — Mile 26.63
All aid stations will be stocked with the following: Water, electrolyte drink, electrolyte tablets, gummy bears, pretzels, peanut butter quarter sandwiches, fruit, and a mix of other goodies.
about the area
Half Marathon Route
Starting at the Timpanogos Park Trailhead, the course winds through scenic terrain as runners head toward the first aid station at the Cliff Edge, located at mile 5.34. From there, the trail continues 2.45 miles to the Dry Canyon Trailhead, offering a mix of steady climbs and runnable sections. Runners make their way back up to the Cliff Edge at mile 12.48, where they’ll catch one last view before the final 1.34-mile descent to the finish line at Timpanogos Park. As always, the course may be adjusted if necessary due to trail or weather conditions.
RECORD — Preston Johnson — 1:35:38 (2019)
13.1 Mi
2-5
6450
Half Marathon
Description
This Half Marathon course is challenging, with an elevation gain of 2,389 feet. It consists of mountain trails and firebreak roads. As in the past, you may experience snow, rain, mud, potential stream crossings, and plenty of rocks. There will not be porta-johns, mile markers, spectators, or volunteers at every turn guiding you.
Flagging is same as the Full Marathon, continuous pink flagging indicates the correct direction, while a combination of pink and blue indicates an upcoming turn. Blue flagging will appear on the same side of the trail where the turn will occur. The course will be well-marked, but you must pay close attention to the flagging.
Aid Stations
There will be 3 aid stations supporting the Half Marathon. It is HIGHLY recommended that you carry some type of water (i.e. hydration pack, hand held, or fanny pack).
From Start to Finish — The aid stations are as follows:
- #1: Mile 5.34 — Cliff Edge
- #2: Mile 7.70 — Dry Canyon Trailhead
- #3: Mile 12.48 — Cliff Edge
- Finish — Mile 13.82
All aid stations will be stocked with the following: Water, electrolyte drink, electrolyte tablets, gummy bears, pretzels, peanut butter quarter sandwiches, fruit, and a mix of other goodies.
Registration & Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup will be held at:
870 W Center St, Orem, UT, 84057
May 14th-15th, 10am-7pm
It is strongly encouraged that you pick your packet up on Thursday or Friday to save on time and help minimize big lines the morning of race day. Same day packet pick up will be available at the race venue starting at 7:15 am.
Gear and Prizes
- All participants will be given a high quality race shirt.
- Finishers will receive a medal specific to their race distance.
- Plaques will be given to the overall male and female winners in each distance as well as the top age group winners.
- Finish line will have pizza and soda for all runners.
Race Withdrawal/Refund Policy
- Entry fees are non-refundable.
- Transfers or deferments are NOT permitted.
- Race directors reserve the right to change or modify the race for safety and weather related issues.