42.195 km
Distance
832 m
Elevation Gain
4:28:00
Average Finish Time
3,800
Total Finishers
1977
Established
Rolling
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Course & Elevation
The St. George Marathon is a stunning downhill point-to-point course that begins in the Red Mountains near Veyo and descends gradually through the scenic red rock landscape of southwestern Utah, finishing in downtown St. George. The course offers spectacular views of Zion National Park and the surrounding desert terrain while maintaining mostly favorable running conditions with only moderate elevation loss.
🌤️ Weather
Mild fall weather with cool mornings and warm afternoons, low humidity, and minimal precipitation. Clear skies typical for southern Utah's high desert climate.
🏆 Course Record
02:09:28
Joseph Kipchoge (2021)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Established in 1977, St. George is one of the oldest marathons in the United States and among the fastest courses due to its net downhill elevation loss.
- ▸ The race is known as the 'Curb Your Enthusiasm Marathon' among running communities, frequently drawing competitive runners seeking fast times and course records.
- ▸ Starting elevation near Veyo at 5,000 feet, runners descend over 2,700 feet while enjoying views of the red rock landscape and proximity to Zion National Park.
- ▸ The mild October weather and fast course have made St. George a favorite spring marathon alternative for elite runners targeting Boston Marathon qualifying times.
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