Bears Ears Marathon and Half

The Bears Ears Marathon and Half begins in Blanding, Utah, at an elevation of approximately 6,100 feet, situated near Bears Ears National Monument. This point-to-point road race, organized by Visit Blanding, offers marathon, half marathon, and virtual participation. The in-person marathon and half marathon courses are USATF certified, with the full marathon designated as a Boston qualifier. The marathon course departs from Blanding, proceeds along Highway 191 through San Juan County, and descends towards Bluff. Participants will descend over 1,700 feet from the start to the finish line, indicating the course is designed for runners aiming for personal bests, despite one runner describing it as having a net downhill with some hills. This same review praised the event's organization, noting a smooth packet pickup and punctual start.