Are you looking for a Utah marathon? The possibilities for impressive races in Utah are vast. The state has been growing in popularity with runners, and those looking for world-class marathons are in luck. The state has an amazing and diverse terrain, which is truly being taken advantage of through a wide variety of exciting Utah marathon options.

One great Utah Marathon is called the Top of Utah Marathon, located in Cache Valley in Northern Utah. NordicTrack sponsors this marathon. One of the reasons this particular Utah marathon is so popular is that it includes startlingly beautiful views. The race starts at Hardware Ranch Elk Refuge and travels through the Blacksmith Fork Canyon. Another unique asset to this race is that there is a 1000 ft drop during the race. Runners even occasionally see an elk, deer or moose on the race on the race as the Hardware Ranch is a refuge for these animals.

Of course, The Utah Valley Marathon is another Utah Marathon that has gotten extremely popular. This Utah Marathon donates 100% of profits to The Children with Cancer Christmas Foundation. This marathon takes place in Provo Canyon and along the Provo River. Runners get the amazing experience of running through the majestic Utah National Forest. The race finishes up in Provo Town Center.

Another renowned Utah Marathon is the St. George Marathon, which takes place in The City of St. George, located only two hours north of Las Vegas.

The St. George Marathon begins in the Pine Valley Mountains, which are noted for their great beauty. The race then descends 2600 feet to Worthern Park. This Utah Marathon is so popular that in 2008, it had 10,000 applicants. An impressive 7000 lucky runners were selected to run the 26-mile marathon.

The St. George Marathon was recently rated by Runner’s World as one of their four top choices for “Marathons to Build a Vacation Around.” Also this Utah Marathon was ranked as Runner’s World 10 Most Scenic and Fastest Marathon and Top 20 Marathons in the USA.