Deseret News Marathon

The event features a road marathon that begins at the top of Big Mountain, situated above Emigration Canyon near Salt Lake City. The 26.2-mile course is known for its significant net descent, dropping approximately 3,200 feet from start to finish. After descending through the canyon, the route follows the historical path used by the Utah pioneers when they first entered the valley. The race then continues into downtown Salt Lake City, where the final stretch guides runners along the Days of '47