2026 High Altitude Race Season Lineup
Welcome to the 2026 High Altitude Race season:
Five unique mountain and desert events built to challenge, inspire, and bring runners into the rugged landscapes we love. Each race stands strongly on its own, but together they create an unforgettable year of trail adventure.
2026 RACES — BY DATE
Cryin On the Climb
Date: March 21
Location: Provo, UT
Format: 12-hour vert race
Overview:
A pure vertical sufferfest—1 mile up, 1 mile down, and 1,000 ft of climbing and descending each lap. How many laps can you complete in 12 hours? This early-season challenge sets the tone for the year.
Trippen’ Through the Timber
Date: June 20
Location: Nebo Canyon, UT
Distances: Ultra / Trail race
Overview:
A rugged route through Maple Canyon’s narrow rock walls, dense timber, and steep alpine climbs. A gritty early-summer adventure and the first leg of the Classic Ultra Series.
Crawlin’ with the Cougars
Date: July 11
Location: Maple/Spanish Fork Canyon → Hobble Creek Canyon
Format: Point-to-point mountain race
Overview:
Welcome to Crawlin’ with the Cougars — a big-mountain, point-to-point trail race traversing the rugged ridgelines of Utah’s Wasatch Front. Taking place July 11, 2026, this demanding course begins in Spanish Fork Canyon and finishes in the stunning Hobble Creek Canyon, delivering sweeping views, remote terrain, and a true high-alpine challenge. Built for runners seeking something bigger, harder, and unforgettable.
Gaspin’ Through the Aspens
Date: September 19
Location: American Fork Canyon, UT
Distances: 25K • 50K • New 50 Mile
Overview:
Our flagship alpine race through golden aspens, high ridgelines, and rugged singletrack.
New for 2025: The 50-mile course adds a major challenge to the Gaspin lineup—our biggest race yet.
Chasing the Moon
Date: October
Location: San Rafael Swell, UT
Format: Night race
Overview:
A desert night run under moonlight and star-filled skies. Slickrock, canyon edges, and wide-open silence make this one of the most unique racing experiences in Utah.
The Classic Ultra Series
Three of our core mountain ultras form the High Altitude Classic Ultra Series:
Trippen’ Through the Timber – June 20
Crawlin’ with the Cougars – July 11
Gaspin’ Through the Aspens – September 19 (25K, 50K, or 50M)
Built for All Runners
Each race is designed to be a stand-alone challenge, perfect for runners who want a single event without committing to the full season.
Perfect as a Progression
Together, the three ultras build the ideal season arc:
Early-season climbs → midsummer endurance → late-season alpine racing.
Multi-Race Discount
Runners who register for all three Classic Ultras receive an exclusive series discount—a thank-you for committing to the full mountain experience. (Please email us at Highaltituderaces@gmail.com if you want to sign up for all three.)
JOIN THE ADVENTURE
JOIN THE ADVENTURE
Whether you’re tackling one race or all five, the 2026 season offers something for every mountain-loving runner. Big climbs, deep canyons, alpine trails, and desert skies—this is your year to push limits and explore Utah’s best terrain.