Not Your Grandmas Marathon

Not Your Grandmas Marathon is a challenging trail race held in Provo, Utah, starting and finishing at Rock Canyon Trailhead. Scheduled for August 23, 2025, the event offers three distances: a full marathon (26.2 miles with 8,500 feet elevation gain), a half marathon (13.1 miles with 4,250 feet elevation gain), and a 10K (approximately 6 miles with 1,700 feet elevation gain). The course features rugged mountain terrain, including climbs to the saddle of Cascade Mountain and routes through Rock Canyon Campground and Big Springs.

This self-supported race has no aid stations, but drop bags are allowed at the halfway point. The event limits participation to 100 runners, emphasizing mental toughness and endurance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.