MAPLETON • UTAH, August 22nd

HOBBLE CREEK HALF MARATHON,2026

    Fast, Scenic, Unforgettable.The original Hobble Creek Half Marathon is where speed meets stunning scenery. Carve through the heart of one of the most visited canyons in Utah, this 13.1-mile course delivers rolling descents, crisp canyon air, and beatiful vistas.Whether you're gunning for a PR, tuning up for the fall marathon season or simply soaking in the sunrise, you'll find this isn’t your average road race.

    One of The fastest Races in the West

    Start high, finish fast.
    This scenic, downhill course takes you through cool canyon air and rolling turns — ideal for chasing personal records or enjoying your first half in style.

    POST-RACE PERKS

    Cross the finish line and head straight into recovery mode.
    Enjoy free post-race bites, recovery drinks, and explore vendor booths offering massages, apparel, and more.

    AWARDS & PRIZES

    Every runner gets a custom finisher medal — and top performers take home age-group honors, podium flowers, and cash payouts.

    RACE COURSE DETAILS

    Race Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
    Start Time: 7:00 AM
    Distance: 13.1 miles
    Certification: USATF Certified & Sanctioned
    Timing: Chip-timed with a rolling start
    Course Map: Available on the race website    The Hobble Creek Half Marathon begins at Balsam Campground, up the Right Fork of Hobble Creek Canyon.
    This is a fast, gradual downhill course with a total elevation drop of 1,253 feet.    ⚠️ The course is not closed to traffic. Police officers will help keep traffic to a minimum, but runners should remain alert and aware of their surroundings.

    DIRECTIONS TO MAPLETON CITY PARK

    From I-15:Take Exit 260 toward Springville/Mapleton.
    Travel east approximately 1.7 miles to US-89/Main Street.
    Turn right onto Main Street.
    Stay in the right lane and follow signs toward Mapleton for approximately 2.4 miles.
    Turn left at Maple Street.
    Continue approximately one mile to Mapleton City Park.

    PACKET PICKUP

    Day Before Race: Friday, August 21, 2026
    Packet pickup will be held outside, weather permitting, or upstairs.
    4:00 PM–7:00 PM    Runner's Corner
    835 S 700 E
    Orem, UT
    Next to Costco Fuel    Day of Race: Saturday, August 22, 20264:30 AM–5:40 AMMapleton City Park
    36 E Maple Street
    Mapleton, UT    🪪 ID, or a photo of your ID, is required to pick up every packet.Family members or friends may pick up your packet for you.⚠️ You must have your bib number to board the buses to the starting line.

    PARKING

    Parking is available:In the school parking lot on the north side of Maple Street, approximately one block west of the park
    Along N 300 W
    Along N Main Street

    BUS TRANSPORTATION TO RACE START

    ⚠️ All participants MUST ride the bus to the starting line. Private participant vehicles are not allowed up the canyon.
    Please arrive early!    Bus Departure Location: Mapleton City ParkAssigned Bus Times4:45 AM buses
    For runners who registered on or after May 24, 2026    5:45 AM buses
    For runners who registered on or before May 23, 2026    The assigned group will be identified on your bib. Please check your bib and arrive in time for your assigned bus.⛔ There will be NO buses after the race.If you miss your assigned transportation, you may miss the race. Driving yourself up the canyon to the starting area will not be possible once access is restricted.

    DROP BAGS

    A drop bag will be included with your packet for race-day personal items such as warm-ups and food.A trailer will be available at the starting line to collect drop bags and will depart approximately 5–10 minutes before the race begins.Bags will be transported to the finish area and organized by bib number.Items left at the starting area will be held temporarily and then donated or discarded after approximately one week.🛑 Do not leave valuables in your drop bag.The Hobble Creek Half Marathon is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

    BIB NUMBERS

    Wear your race bib on the front of your body during the race.DO NOT remove the tag from the bottom of your bib until after the race. It is used as a backup to help ensure accurate results.Please verify that the information and age division printed on your bib are correct.If a correction is needed, visit the timing/computer table before the race.Participants without a valid race bib will not be permitted in the finish area.

    RACE SHIRTS

    All finishers receive a quality technical/lifestyle running shirt.Shirts will be distributed during packet pickup in the size selected during registration.Size exchanges may be available after the race near the finish line, depending on remaining inventory.

    ROUTE SUMMARY

    Start at Balsam Campground.
    Remain on the main canyon road until approximately Mile 8.
    Transition onto the Hobble Creek Bike Path.
    Follow the bike path to 2900 East, then turn south.
    The road becomes 1600 North.
    Stay on 1600 North for approximately ½ mile.
    Turn south onto the paved trail system.
    Turn west off the trail at Maple Street.
    Finish on the grass at Mapleton City Park.

    AID STATIONS

    Aid stations will be located at approximately:-Mile 3
    -Mile 6.5
    -Mile 8
    -Mile 10    Aid stations will have:-Water
    -Porta-potties    Aid stations at Miles 6.5, 8, and 10 will also have an electrolyte drink.Gels will NOT be available on the course.One energy gel will be provided with your race packet.🏃 Please carry any additional gels or nutrition you may need during the race.

    HEADPHONES POLICY

    🎧 Headphones and music players are not permitted for participants competing for overall or age-division awards.This policy will be strictly enforced for runners finishing near the front of the race.Other runners are asked to:Wear an earbud in only one ear
    Remain aware of traffic and race officials
    Remove earbuds completely during the final ¼ mile of the race    Thank you for helping keep the course safe.

    RACE DURATION

    Course cleanup will begin behind the final runner at approximately 10:00 AM.The finish line will begin closing at approximately 10:30 AM.

    POST-RACE FOOD AND RECOVERY

    There will be plenty of post-race food and recovery options, and all products and services offered in the park are FREE for registered runners.Food & BeveragesPost-race refreshments are expected to include:-Creamies
    -Protein shakes
    -Carbohydrates
    -Fruit
    -Additional refreshments
    -Post-Race Vendors & Recovery    Participating companies and products include:Creamies
    Abigail's Sourdough
    MassageWorx
    Pause Wellness Studio
    Muscle Werks
    FIN Treatment & Training
    Blake Family Medicine
    Terrain Pilates

    KIDS RACE (CANCELLED)

    There will not be a free kids fun run in 2026 due to management changes and an effort to keep race-day operations simpler.We hope to bring the kids race back in the future.Kids are still welcome to join the fun at the finish line, park, and jump house.

    AWARDS

    The Top 3 Overall Men and Women will be announced at approximately 9:00 AM.Age-group awards will not be formally announced. Runners should check their results at the timing trailer or through the available results system, then pick up their awards at the awards table.1ST OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE
    -$250 prize money
    -Plaque
    -Sponsor swag
    -Bouquet provided by Wright Flower Company    2ND OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE
    -$150 prize money
    -Plaque
    -Bouquet provided by Wright Flower Company    3RD OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE
    -$100 prize money
    -Plaque
    -Bouquet provided by Wright Flower Company    1ST OVERALL MASTERS MALE AND FEMALE
    -$100 prize money
    -Plaque
    -Bouquet provided by Wright Flower Company

    AGE DIVISION WINNERS
    -Trophy    2ND AND 3RD PLACE DIVISION WINNERS
    -Runner's Corner gift card    TOP 50 MALE AND FEMALE
    -Elite Medallions    ALL PARTICIPANTS
    -Finisher Medals    🎯 You are responsible for picking up your award after the race.

    POST-RACE RESULTS

    Race results are calculated using a computerized timing and results system.Results will be available at the timing trailer as soon as they are processed and will also be posted online.Please note that the Top 10 finishers are ranked using gun time, not chip time.Race Photos📸 A link to FREE race photos will be available within approximately 24 hours after the race.

    REFUNDS TRANSFERS AND DEFERRALS

    Race entry fees are non-refundable.Once registered and paid, participants will not receive a refund if they are unable to participate.Transfers or deferrals, when available, must be completed through the registration/confirmation system and are subject to the current race transfer and deferral deadlines.Unauthorized bib transfers are prohibited.If a participant races using another runner's bib without completing an authorized transfer, both the runner and the original registrant may be banned from the race for two years.

    VOLUNTEERS

    🙋 We'd love your help!If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the race event manager:📞 801-473-5649
    📧 [email protected]

    Thank you to our sponsors!

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