Fall - Mud Mountain Dam Marathon & Half Marathon

Fall - Mud Mountain Dam Marathon & Half Marathon Race Information

<p>September 19, 2026 – The Full Marathon Returns!<br />We’re excited to announce that the Full Marathon is coming back in 2026, and will also be part of our. Start planning now for your next Boston Qualifier on this beautiful, <span style="color:rgb( 53 , 152 , 219 )"><strong>fully paved downhill course, no tunnel, no dirt, no BQ time penalty!</strong></span></p> <p>There’s no excuse not to do the dam thing!</p> <p>Marathon<br />The marathon course begins at Mud Mountain Dam (elevation 1,400′). Runners will follow a fully paved route through picturesque farmlands and forested areas, tracing the path of the Carbon River. The race finishes in front of the historic McMillin Bridge (elevation 200′), with a <strong><span style="color:rgb( 53 , 152 , 219 )">total net elevation loss of approximately 1,200′</span></strong>.</p> <p>Half Marathon<br />The Half Marathon begins in the scenic town of South Prairie (elevation 467′) and follows a gradual downhill route along the paved Foothills Rail Trail. Runners will enjoy a picturesque journey through farmland and forest, winding alongside the Carbon River and finishing in front of the historic McMillin Bridge (elevation 128′). The course features a net elevation loss of 339 feet.</p>