Sedona Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & 1 Mile

February 1, 2025

Sedona

Trail

Distances

Half-Marathon, 10k, 5k

Starting Time

8:00 AM

Fees

$60+

Perfect For

Fun Run, Destination Race, Well Organized, High Elevation

Ready to sign up?

1,000-10,000

Some Hills

Mountain Views

High: 55°

/ Low: 38°

The half marathon is consistently ranked as one of the best in the U.S by multiple media outlets. This is a challenging, hilly race at high elevation, following a 13.1-mile out-and-back course along Dry Creek Road. This route is filled with amazing red rock formations and picturesque views, so get ready for some ups and downs while you soak in the natural beauty. There’s a 5-hour course limit for all races, with the course closing at 1:00 PM.

Elevate your running game with the RunSedona Superior Training Program, which is free for all registered RunSedona Half Marathon participants. This program, featuring the V.O2 app and a personal coach, is designed to help you become a stronger and faster runner.

This race is most definitely filled with hills — from the starting elevation of about 4,450 feet above sea level, the course rises and falls to a low of about 4,300 feet and a peak of just over 4,650 feet above sea level (near the halfway turnaround point). The course’s peak elevations occur at three major hills, around miles 3, 7 and 9. Runners should arrive a day early, if possible, to acclimatize themselves to Sedona’s altitude. Walkers are welcome in the half marathon; they will need to be able to complete the race’s 13.1 miles within the 5-hour course time limit. Our Race Recommendation If you’re considering the Sedona Half Marathon, our team of race experts recommend the Rogue Expeditions Running Vacations. If you’re enjoying the idea of running through national parks, consider a trip through the Dolomites of Italy, the Emerald Isle of Ireland, and the Sahara Desert in Morocco. All levels of experience welcome.

Sedona Half Marathon 10K & 5K Results

Overview

If you’ve ever watched U2’s iconic 1983 “Under a Blood Red Sky” concert at the Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver, you’ve seen a glimpse of the dramatic landscapes and stunning scenery that await the over 3,000 runners who join the Sedona Half Marathon, 10K & 5K each year. These races guide participants through the heart of central Arizona’s breathtaking red rock spires and mountain valleys. New for 2024, runners can also experience the Sedona airport runway in the 1-Mile Run The Runway event! The half marathon is consistently ranked as one of the best in the U.S by multiple media outlets. This is a challenging, hilly race at high elevation, following a 13.1-mile out-and-back course along Dry Creek Road. This route is filled with amazing red rock formations and picturesque views, so get ready for some ups and downs while you soak in the natural beauty. There’s a 5-hour course limit for all races, with the course closing at 1:00 PM. Elevate your running game with the RunSedona Superior Training Program, which is free for all registered RunSedona Half Marathon participants. This program, featuring the V.O2 app and a personal coach, is designed to help you become a stronger and faster runner.

Course Description

Past Results

Sedona Half Marathon 10K & 5K Results