Rose Canyon Ultra

The Rose Canyon Ultra will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting and finishing at the Butterfield Canyon Trailhead (8307 Herriman Hwy, Herriman, UT). Distances include 50 miles (5:00 AM start), 50 km (5:45 AM start), and 30 km (6:30 AM start). The course uses trails in Rose Canyon, Butterfield Canyon, and Yellow Fork Canyon, featuring gnarly ridges, smooth single‑track, meadows, dense foliage, and views of the Kennecott Mine.

All participants must follow event rules. Packet pickup is Friday, June 5, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Salt Lake Running Store (8946 S State St, Sandy, UT). Race day pickup starts at 4:15 AM at the trailhead, but early pickup is strongly recommended. Same day registration is not available; registration closes Friday, June 5 at 11:59 PM MT.

• Included: high quality race shirt, custom locally made finisher medal, free race photos (Xotio Media), live results, well stocked aid stations, Great Harvest Bread breakfast, and Big Daddy's Pizza post‑race.
• Aid stations: Tailwind (caffeine and non‑caffeine), water, Honey Stinger gels/waffles, fruit, coke/ginger ale, chips, candy, rice krispies, Hostess products, trail mix, granola bars, and Uncrustables.
• Drop bags: one drop bag allowed at Butterfield Peak Trailhead for 50 mile runners (mile 10.8, 17.9, 22.9); one drop bag allowed at Yellow Fork Aid Station for all runners. Drop bags must be brought to the start Saturday morning (not Friday check‑in).
• Lady 70 discount: all females receive $10 off registration with code LADIESROCK (can be combined with NOSHIRT).
• Loyalty discount: $5 off with code HAPPY for runners doing multiple events or referring a friend. Code NOSHIRT gives $10 off if shirt size is not available or runner does not want a shirt.

The 50 mile course includes sections: Start to Butterfield Peak Aid (10.8 miles, +3,664 ft), Butterfield Peak Loop (7.1 miles, +2,107 ft), Mine Overlook (5.0 miles, +1,191 ft), Yellow Fork Aid (8.5 miles, +889 ft), Red Loop (5.9 miles, +1,206 ft), Blue Loop (4.8 miles, +837 ft), and Finish (7.7 miles, +937 ft). The 50 km and 30 km courses share the Start to Yellow Fork Aid section (11.1 miles, +2,355 ft) and the final 7.7 mile finish section, with the 50 km adding Red Loop and Blue Loop.

• Parking is free at the native grass event parking area; follow event parking signs.
• Volunteers receive a $70 credit for any future Happy Trails race (expires after one year) plus access to finish line food.
• Course is marked with pink flags, ribbons, signs, and trail marshals. Flagging indicates turns (e.g., flagging on right side for a right turn).
• No crew access at Butterfield Aid Station for 50 milers (extremely limited parking; permits require it). Yellow Fork Aid Station has plenty of parking and crew are welcome.
• Average weather: high 81°F, low 56°F.

The Rose Canyon Ultra is capped at 300 participants to ensure quality and access to unique areas. The event focuses on beautiful courses and an amazing experience rather than PRs. Proceeds support local businesses and community.

• Contact: Happy Trails Running via UltraSignup or social media @happytrailsrunning.
• Results from previous years (2024–2025) are available.
• No refund policy is detailed in visible text; see event website for policies.
• Other events in the Happy Trails series include Corner Canyon Trail Series, Butterfield Blitz Backyard, Deer Creek Half Marathon, Jordan River Marathon & Half, and Traverse Mountain Half Marathon.

The Rose Canyon Ultra in Herriman, UT on June 6, 2026, offers 50 mile, 50 km, and 30 km trail races with substantial elevation gain (up to 10,737 ft), aid stations with Tailwind and hot food, pacers only for 50 milers, drop bags, free photos, and post‑race breakfast and pizza.