This mostly downhill course will take you through the early-morning stillness and beauty of Big Cottonwood Canyon, past giant rocks and running water. This is the perfect race for the rookie half marathoner and a great race for the experienced runner to achieve a new PR. But more importantly, this race will help you reconnect with why you started running in the first place.
There is no race day registration. Registration will be open online until 6:00pm on
Thursday 05/08/25. You may also register on site at the packet pick up location SALT LAKE
RUNNING COMPANY on 05/08/25 from 11:00am- 7:00pm. All those who register online prior to
6:00pm on 05/08/25 MUST pick up their race packets at the pickup location.
(NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP)
Don't miss the race that was voted Utah's Top 10 and received the Utah Runner's Choice Award, and that City Weekly voted Best Of Utah!
Race Date: 05/10/2025
Start Time: 6:00 AM
Race Location: Big Cottonwood Canyon
Course Map
The beautiful Solitude Mountain Resort is the race day staging area for the Vigor Big Cottonwood Canyon 13.1. (Half Marathon). Runners will enjoy waiting inside the ski school, (with 20 indoor restrooms) as they sip their choice of hot chocolate or coffee. From the staging area runners will take a short warm up walk to the start line at the Silver Fork Lodge and Restaurant. For the next 11 miles runners will experience the beauty and majesty of this amazing V-shaped canyon... from its many impressive rock forms to the sound of the raging Big Cottonwood Creek. Elevation for this course will start at 7700 feet and end at 4700 feet. Runners will get the chance to embrace a few flat spots and grades up to 7.5%. Once out of the canyon, runners will follow cones (through parking lot) and will be directed down a ramp. The path will lead runners under Wasatch Blvd and continue to hug the Big Cottonwood Creek for about 3/4 mile. While crossing at Big Cottonwood Canyon Road take note of the Historic Old Mill on your right. The remaining course is relatively flat as it continues along the Big Cottonwood Creek to the finish line at Old Mill One Building. At the finish line runners will be greeted with a finisher medal, and be able to enjoy food, music, and massage. Invite the whole family along for the fun!
Notes:
Parking:
Parking will be at Old Mill One parking structure.
6322 South 3000 East
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Directions: Take I-215 to 6200 South exit. (East bound) Take your first two rights and you are there! There will be directional signs and volunteers to indicate where to park.
Transport to Start Line:
Buses will pick up participants at 4:30 AM at the Old Mill One Building and transport them to the starting line. Please arrive early as all runners MUST ride the buses. There is no parking or drop off areas at the start line. If you miss the buses you will NOT be able to drive to the start line.
The Vigor Big Cottonwood Canyon events will be chipped time by TheRaceTime. Your time will start as you cross the starting line and stop as you cross the finish line. Results should be available online under "Results" within a few hours after the event.
| Register: | Cost* |
|---|---|
| Base price good until 02/14/25 | $85.00 |
| 02/15/25 - 03/15/25 | $90.00 |
| 03/15/25 - 04/15/25 | $95.00 |
| 04/16/25 - 05/01/25 | $100.00 |
| 05/02/25/- 05/08/25 | $105.00 |
*Price does not include online registration fee or taxes.
Note: There is no race day registration. Registration will be open online until 6:00pm on
Thursday 05/08/25. You may also register on site at the packet pick up location SALT LAKE
RUNNING COMPANY on 05/08/25 from 11:00am- 7:00pm. All those who register online prior to
6:00pm on 05/08/25 MUST pick up their race packets at the pickup location.
(NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP!)
Pickup Date and Time:
Thursday, May 8th, 2025 from 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Details:
Packet pickup location is Salt Lake Running Company, address is listed below.
Runners may have a friend/family member pick up their packet if they are not
able to attend. There will be no race day packet pick-up!!
Below is a link providing additional directions to the Salt Lake Running Center
Address: Salt Lake Running CompanyAwards will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in the following age groups.
Post Race Refreshments & Food
Gender Specific Technical T-Shirt
Race Shuttle
Enhance your Utah Vigor Race experience by staying at Hyatt Place Salt Lake City/Cottonwood. Well-appointed rooms deliver everything from plush Hyatt Grand Beds to state-of-the art media and work centers. Guest-friendly hotel amenities include complimentary hot breakfast, Stay Fit fitness center, 24/7 Gallery Menu, heated Outdoor Pool and Hot Tub, and free Wi-Fi.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Book before April 21, 2025, with booking code: G-VGER and receive Free Breakfast during your stay, which is an $21 value.
To make reservations simply call our Hyatt reservation team at 1-800-993-4751 or book online at Group Rate for Vigor Utah. Discounted room rates will be available until April 21, 2025.
We look forward to having you as our guest!
Note:
Our hotel is within walking distance to the start line bus pick-up location and
the race finish line.
Stay at Solitude Mountain Resort the night before your race!! It's not just about the number of rooms or beds; it's where you wake up in the morning. At Solitude you'll wake up with the mountain right outside your window. That's what we mean when we say, "Refined by Nature." Whether you're looking for a first-class hotel experience or the space to spread out with friends and family in a three-bedroom condominium, Solitude has the right accommodations for you.
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