Race day has passed, but the memories will last!

Thanks for traveling from near and far to join us in Zion.
We hope you'll run with us again soon!

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Check out your Virtual Expo!

Even though we can't hold a full blown expo at the race this week, our sponsors and vendors still want to be a part of your race!

Join us for the FB live virtual expo!

Monday Feb 22 | 11 AM MST

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Open your virtual swag bag for discounts from our race vendors!

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Bib Pickup

Drive-thru bib pickup will take place in
Apple Valley, UT(map) and will go from 12pm-7pm on Friday, February 26th.

Race Guide
The race guide contains the answers to almost any question you may have for the event. Please read it!

Race Details

Starts: 7:00 am in Apple Valley, UT
Ends: 11:00 am in Apple Valley, UT

Typical Weather: 32–64℉
Course Type: Point-to-point
Stroller friendly? No
Dogs allowed? No

Registration Periods & Pricing

Early Price: $120 starts May 29, 2020
Regular Price: $145 starts August 17, 2020
Late Price: $165 starts December 7, 2020

Refund Policy
Refunds available during:
•Early Registration: Yes (no fee)
•Regular Registration: Yes ($10 fee).
•Late Registration: No
*Refunds not available due to weather

Deferral, Race Transfer, and Bib Transfer any time through the race expo ($20 fee). Full policy details.

Want to use a deferred credit?
Login to RunSignup, click Deferrals, Complete Deferments

Truly a Once In a Lifetime Experience

We wanted to take a quick moment to congratulate you on such a wonderful first race of the year. I know it was not without its challenges, but those just made it all the more memorable experience! Our team has been talking about how this was truly a once in a lifetime experience and regardless of the bitter cold and travel challenges, it was more than worth it seeing Zion in a magnificent blanket of snow! VR 2019 Zion will go down as one of our all time favorite races. My only question is... can you make it snow like that every year? :)

Just a quick update on how VR is impacting our mission at Make A Wish SC... we had 48 runners Run Wild for Wishes in VR events in 2018 and so far have 30 and climbing signed to run in 2019. We’ve raised over $75,000 and climbing since our VR teams inception. That has allowed us to grant an additional 10 plus wishes. That’s 10 children and their families that have been brought joy, hope and encouragement in a very difficult time in their lives. We again can’t thank you enough for being part of our mission and part of our family! We are doing something so wonderful while experiencing some wonderful wishes of our own. Your amazing races in amazing locations and providing the generous in-kind bibs are making this possible. THANK YOU!

Michelle Rice

Experience the Race

Run the beautiful Wire Mesa overlooking Zion. This course is a challenging but incredibly beautiful trail run above the mouth of main Zion Canyon.

This race has sold out for the last 7 years and we expect registration to fill up fast. Don't miss this chance to run in the desert and run the course on Wire Mesa for this year only.

Runners will park right at the start line, run the race, then have a short 2 mile shuttle back from the finish line to their vehicles.

Course Map & Elevation Profile

Detailed Race Information

Explore the Park

After the race, discover the park!

Zion National Park is a southwest Utah nature preserve distinguished by Zion Canyon’s steep red cliffs. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive cuts through its main section, leading to forest trails along the Virgin River. The river flows to the Emerald Pools, which have waterfalls and a hanging garden. Also along the river, partly through deep chasms, is Zion Narrows wading hike.

Video courtesy of Amazing Places on Our Planet

Read about our Covid-19 safety measures!

Travel Overview

The race expo and finish line will be held in Apple Valley, Utah.

Flying
Flying in? Look for flights into:

St. George Regional Airport (SGU)
McCarran International Airport (LAS)
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Cedar City Regional Airport (CDC).

Lodging
We recommend staying in Springdale, UT to be closest to the park, but La Verkin or Hurricane have lots of options as well and will be more convenient for race morning.

Other good sources for planning your stay include the A to Zion website, and the NPS website.

Detailed Travel Information

Registration Periods

Stay tuned for our 2022 Zion Half Marathon!

*You can withdraw for a refund during Early Registration (no fee) and Regular Registration ($10 fee). Refunds are not available during Late Registration.

Stay tuned for our next Zion Half Marathon!Thank you to everyone who ran in 2021

Remind me about the 2022 raceGet a heads-up about price jumps, new races, etc.

Charity Bibs

Volunteer

Save Money | Refund Policy | Note about Shirts

Entries are very limited and will likely sell out. Once sold out, registration will close regardless of registration period.

Charity Bibs

Want to run for a great cause? Fundraise for your chosen race and your registration fee could be waived. All funds go to Wander Project to support efforts in and around the communities that host our events. We primarily fund three project areas including: preservation and conservation of public lands; education around local ecology and stewardship; and the promotion of health and well-being. Learn more about Charity Bibs here!

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Race Deferment & Credit

You can manage your deferred credit by logging in to RunSignup, clicking Deferrals, and Complete Deferment. From there you can transfer into another race.

Aid Stations

Expect about 6 aid stations on the course at around mile 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, and 12. A medic will be stationed at the aid station at or near mile 6. We will have oranges and bananas at mile 10. Keep in mind, the exact location of each aid station may vary from race to race. Aid stations include toilets, water, Gnarly Hydrate, Honey Stinger gels, basic first aid supplies, and sometimes more.

All stations are cup-free so plan to bring your own hydration solution or request a free HydraPouch when you register.

Additional Details

Free Custom Training Program for this Race!

No matter your skill level, when you're pushing your limits it's nice to have a little guidance. We're excited to offer FREE training programs for all skill levels.
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Refund Policy Overview

We know stuff happens and sometimes you can't run a race you signed up for. Here are some options:

You can withdraw for a refund during Early Registration and Regular Registration periods ($10 processing fee).
You can defer your registration ($20 processing fee) to a future race any time before the original race day.
You can transfer your bib to another runner ($20 processing fee) any time through the race expo.

Please visit the Domestic Event Registration Policies page for full options, instructions, and details!

Note About Shirt Sizes

Shirts and medals are ordered soon after the final price jump. You'll still be guaranteed a shirt but not a specific size.

There will be a shirt exchange available at the finish line on race day.

How to: Cancel your registration

To withdraw from a race and request a refund, do the following:

Sign in to your profile at RunSignUp.com/Profile
Scroll to Runner Links and click on My Registered Races
Click View/Edit Registration next to the race you want to withdraw from
Click the Request Refund link
Review the registration details and click on Issue Refund

Can't make it to the race? Check out our refund policy and other options for your bib!

Refund Policy

How to: Defer to a future race

New Deferral Process: As of February 1st, 2023 we are updating our deferral process. After deferring from a race, your deferral will appear as a voucher credit in your RunSignup user profile and will automatically be applied to any future race registration.

The process of deferment breaks into two main parts: deferring the race and applying the resulting voucher credit to a new race. Please read these instructions thoroughly before deferring.

Step 1: Defer Registration

Sign In to RunSignUp
Go to your Profile
Click My Registered Races
Click Manage next to the event you are signed up for
Click the Defer Registration menu item
Click Confirm Deferral
A new screen will appear with your voucher credit information and expiration date.

You've completed step one - there is now a voucher credit associated with your account. This voucher credit will be automatically applied to your next race registration. You can view your existing voucher credits in your RunSignup User Profile under Financial Links.

Confirm Deferral screen with your new voucher credit:

The Complete Deferral results screen will show you your voucher code. This code will be automatically applied to your next registration.

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NOTE: Once your registration is deferred, you no longer qualify for a refund.

Step 2: Use your Voucher Credit

It's time to apply your voucher credit to a new registration!

Begin the standard registration process for your new race in RunSignup.
When you reach the payment page your voucher credit will appear in your cart.

Want to use the credit? Simply finish your registration payment with the voucher credit automatically applied.
Not seeing your voucher credit automatically? Don't worry - you can manually add it. Scroll down for instructions on how to find your voucher credit.
Want to save your credit for later? Click the "Remove Voucher" button and proceed with your payment.

Registration Cart screen with your voucher credit applied:

The Registration Cart will have your voucher credit asutomatically applied to it. Finish registration with this code or save it for later bu clicking 'remover voucher'.

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How to Find Your Voucher Credit

To view your existing vouchers head to one of these locations in your RunSignup Profile. You will be able to view the dollar amount of your voucher credit, when it was created, when it expires, and the code that can be applied to any registration.

Location 1: My Deferrals

Sign In to RunSignUp
Go to your Profile
Click Deferrals
If you have an existing deferrals they will appear here
Click View Deferral Credit

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Location 2: My Vouchers

Sign In to RunSignUp
Go to your Profile
Scroll to the bottom of the page
Click My Vouchers at the bottom of the list in the Financial Links section

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Add a Voucher Credit to Your Registration Manually

Proceed with your registration until you reach the Registration Payment screen.
Click on the Add Voucher button inside the Registration Cart
Type in the voucher credit code that is listed in your RunSignup Profile
Check that the voucher credit has been applied to your registration total and you're all set!

How to: Transfer your bib to another person

To initiate a bib transfer:

Sign into your profile at RunSignUp.com/Profile
Navigate to Upcoming Events » Manage Registration » Transfer to Another Runner (located on the top of the page)
After reviewing your registration information, enter the new runner's information. The recipient will receive an email notification with a unique link which they can use to claim this transfer.
Select which type of transfer you wish to use.

See RunSignup's full instructions

What to Expect

Covid measures at VR events

In order to keep our runners safe and comply with CDC and local guidelines, we are implementing certain measures at some of our races. Each race will differ depending on a variety of factors. Here are a few possible changes you should look out for at our 2021 events.

EXPO: We are hosting drive-up bib pick-ups at many of our events this year. Runners will drive up and get their bib, race shirt, hydrapouch and more...without getting our of their car! This will help us minimize groups from congregating and make events safer. Don't worry - our merchandise tent will still be available for those who want to park and shop around.

START LINE & STAGGERED STARTS: To comply with group size limits, we may need to have staggered starts and/or a rolling start. Rather than starting a couple thousand runners all at once, we may assign start times or leave the start line open for a few hours in order to avoid large groups and thin out the on course crowds.

AID STATIONS: In some cases aid stations will be set up to allow social distancing and even have "hands free" foot pedals to allow you to refill hydrapouches or water bottles. We may not have fresh cut oranges and bananas.

SPECTATORS: At some events, spectators will not be invited to cheer for their runner at the finish line.

**These are only examples of changes that may be implemented at your event. More specific changes will be communicated on a race by race basis within a month before the event.**