Grand Circle Trail

Trail Running covering 50 km to 100 km in Loa (Utah, United States)

Location

Loa, Utah, United StatesShow on map(38.4028° N, 111.6430° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +3,800 m

Grand Circle Trail is an endurance sporting event in Loa, Utah, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 km (100 km, +3,800 m D+), 80 km (80.47 km, +3,058 m D+), and 50 km (50 km, +1,900 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailandultrarunning.com).

Official website

Grand Circle Trail in Loa (Work: "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024", Photo: Larry D. Moore, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Alpine Ridge Trail Rocky Mountain NP 2024" · Photo: **Larry D. Moore** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Culture & History

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
100 km	Trail Running	100 km	+3,800 m	620 m - 2,216 m	Loop course	Route & profile
80 km	Trail Running	80.47 km	+3,058 m	623 m - 1,907 m	Loop course	Route & profile
50 km	Trail Running	50 km	+1,900 m	626 m - 1,424 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

100 km

Elevation gain

+3,800 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,800 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 2,216 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

100 km+3,800 m D+Peak 2,216 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 2,216 m above sea level (+3,800 m D+, -3,800 m D-)

Peak: 2,216 m·at 49.1 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Grand Circle Trail take place?

Grand Circle Trail takes place in Loa, Utah, US (start area at coordinates 38.4028° N, 111.643° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Grand Circle Trail?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including 100 km (100 km, +3,800 m D+), 80 km (80.47 km, +3,058 m D+), and 50 km (50 km, +1,900 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Grand Circle Trail?

The main competition (100 km over 100 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,800 m of elevation gain and -3,800 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 2,216 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Grand Circle Trail?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailandultrarunning.com).