Moab Trail Half Marathon

Moab Trail Half Marathon 2026 Course Analysis

Moab Trail Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Moab, United States of America, scheduled for Saturday 7 November 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 525m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 1466m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Moab Trail Half Marathon website.

Elevation Profile

This is a hilly course with 525m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from 1205m to as high as 1466m above sea level — a substantial 261m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.

Expected Race Day Weather

Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 5°C to 17°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.

Surface Type: Trail

Moab Trail Half Marathon is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are inherently slower than road courses due to uneven footing, technical sections, and often steeper gradients. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended, and runners should expect a finish time 10-20% slower than their equivalent road marathon time.

How Difficult Is Moab Trail Half Marathon?

Our difficulty rating for Moab Trail Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.

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