Behind the Rocks Ultra

United States flag Moab, Utah, United States

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Behind the Rocks Ultra ultrasignup.com
Date 03 Apr, 2027
Races 4 distances
Entry fee $115.00 – $210.00
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Behind the Rocks Ultra

About the event

Behind The Rocks Ultra Behind the Rocks Ultra starts and finishes at the Behind the Rocks Trail, along the border of the Behind the Rocks Wilderness Study Area. Moab's last hidden gem; its tall standing Navajo Sandstone domes and fins can be seen from many places along the course. This course traverses some remote trails, and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the desert solitude. From smooth double track to sandy washes, technical doubletrack, and challenging singletrack, Behind the Rocks Ultra will test you mentally and physically. While the 10 Mile and 30K can give runners an introduction to Moab trail running, the 50 mile course is among our most challenging events. It includes some technical down climbs and rim running that offer amazing views of arches and rock formations. As runners close in on the finish line, they'll see it nestled just below the La Sal Mountain Range. A great place to enjoy the finish line with a great community! With free camping at the start/finish line, you're welcome to spend the weekend. Bring your cooler, stocked with your favorite post race drinks, and stay for the fun! Check out the race website for: Packet Pickup Times and Location Race Guide Race Maps Aid Station Information Cutoff Times Driving Directions FAQs Travel Information Cancelation Information

Races offered

03Apr

50 Miler

Running

Distance
80.5K
Start time
06:00
Entry fee
$210.00
03Apr

50K

Running

Distance
50K
Start time
07:00
Entry fee
$185.00
03Apr

30K

Running

Distance
30K
Start time
08:00
Entry fee
$140.00
03Apr

10 Miler

Running

Distance
16.1K
Start time
08:30
Entry fee
$115.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for April in Moab.

Temperature6.5° / 21.0°
Feels like2.3° / 15.3°
Sunshine hours11h 55m
Rainfall0.4 mm
Snowfall0.1 cm
Wind10.5 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity26.8%
Max UV indexModerate (5.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:40
Sunset19:54

About Moab

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Moab is a town in the Utah's Canyon Country and a gateway to the nearby Arches National Park and other attractions in Canyon Country.

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Race results

All-time top performances and historical records for Behind the Rocks Ultra.

Place Name Gender Age Year City Time
🥇 Chris Mocko M 31 '17 — 6:46:48
🥈 Anthony Costales M 32 '21 — 6:53:02
🥉 Mathieu Blanchard M 29 '17 — 7:15:41
4 Greg Vollet M 42 '17 — 7:16:16
5 Kyle Pietari M 30 '17 — 7:25:21

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