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Top of Utah Marathon

Logan, UT
Saturday, September 19, 2026


  5 Stars from 1 Reviews

Course Description
"The Cytiva Top of Utah Marathon is Utah's marathon championship race for 2026 hosted on the flattest marathon race course in Utah, with race grade at or near 0%. Runners compete on an out and back USATF certified (26.2), officially timed course with on course hydration and nutrition. Runners in all race categories (26.2, 20k, 10k, 5k) will receive custom finisher medals, fitted designer running shirts, and post race meals. Cash awards for women and men in each race category."

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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, September 19, 2026
2025: Saturday, September 20, 2025

Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Mostly Loop
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: Yes

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 59°F (15°C)
Average High: 76°F (24°C)
Average Low: 42° F (5°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 95.34
Course Score: 95.34

Race Size

2025: 149 Finishers
2024: 141 Finishers
2023: 158 Finishers
2022: 153 Finishers
2021: 147 Finishers
2020: 121 Finishers

BQ Percentages

2025: 7.4%
2024: 7.8%
2023: 7.6%
2022: 9.2%
2021: 6.1%
2020: 14.9%

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 6 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 75°F  (24°C)
Low: 46°F  (8°C)

Race Start Conditions

48°F  (9°C)
Humidity: 64%

Clear
E 3 mph

PR Score

113.63

Course Score

113.63






Top of Utah Marathon Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Top of Utah Marathon was the 306th largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 304th largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2025, 7.4% of Top of Utah Marathon finishers achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2024, 7.8% of finishers qualified for Boston.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Top of Utah Marathon ranked 200th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and 214th in 2024. In Utah, it ranked 9th in 2025 and 11th in 2024. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for runners comparing Boston Marathon qualifying potential across different races.

The Top of Utah Marathon has a Course Score of 95.34, ranking it as the 431st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 13th fastest marathon course in Utah.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Top of Utah Marathon a PR Score of 95.34. The PR Score ranks the Top of Utah Marathon as the 411th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 12th best marathon for a PR in Utah.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Top of Utah Marathon compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Utah for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Top of Utah Marathon Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed431st fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 13th fastest marathon course in Utah
Top 94% Nationally#13 of 17 in Utah
PR Potential411th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 12th best marathon for a PR in Utah
Top 89% Nationally#12 of 17 in Utah
Boston Qualifier Rate200th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 9th highest BQ percentage in Utah
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 42% Nationally#9 of 14 in Utah
Race Size306th largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 11th largest marathon in Utah
Based on 2025 results
Top 52% Nationally#11 of 24 in Utah

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 4535 feet (1382m)
Min Elevation: 4411 feet (1344m)

Elevation Gain: 345 feet (105m)
Elevation Loss: 345 feet (105m)


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Course updated 10/14/2022




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Race Reviews


5.0
Based on 1 reviews
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Great support and loved the center street finish line

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I liked the flat course. I also liked that there weren't too many long straights. My pacer Matt was awesome!!!

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Letting runners know if the shirts were cotton or dry fit. They wear differently. I would have ordered an XL if I would have seen that. Maybe I missed it
Reviewed by DPR About 2023