Frequently Asked Questions

• When does race registration close?

  • Race registration will close on Thursday, August 3rd, 2023 @ 11:59pm OR once the race has reached capacity. Registration inquiries should be sent to the race email, hobblecreekhalfmarathon@gmail.com.

• How can I defer my registration to next year?​

  • All deferrals can be done by selecting the "DEFERRAL" button at the top of this web page. Last day to defer registration to the 2024 race is 7/31/23 @ 11:59pm. Deferrals will not be allowed after this date. Deferrals are only good for 1 year. "Double deferrals" will not be granted.

• When/where is Packet Pick-up? 

  • ​Packet pick-up will be held on Friday, 8/11/23 from 2:00pm-7:00pm outside at Runner's Corner (835 S 700 E, Orem). Packets will also be available the morning of the race from 4:45am- 5:15am at the Mapleton City Park pavilion.

• Can someone other than myself pick up my packet?​

  • Family members may pick up other participants packets with a form of or picture of ID.​

• When/where do I catch the busses up the canyon?

  • ​ Bus loading will be on the corner of Maple St. and Main St., near the finish line, between 5:00am-5:40am. Participants must take the bus to the starting line.

• Where does the race start?​

  • The race starts near Balsam Campground up the right fork of Hobble Creek Canyon. Busses will drop participants off at the last possible turn around spot (~.4 miles from the start). Participants will walk that distance from the turn around to the start line.​

• Where does the race finish?

  • The race finishes on the grass at Mapleton City Park. Participants will run West on Maple St., turn South on Main St. then enter the park on the SW corner for a grass finish.​

• Am I able to bring a drop bag with me to the start line?​

  • Yes, your bag from packet pick-up will be your drop bag. A trailer will be at the starting line to collect drop bags and will leave 10 min prior to the start of the race. Bags will be available for pick-up near the finish line afterward. ​Hobble Creek Half is not responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged items that may be in your drop bag.​​

• When are awards announced?

  • The overall (top 3) male and female finishers will receive awards and prize money at 9:00am. Age group awards will not be announced, but available for pick-up at the park gazebo afterwards. Bring either your results card or a picture of result to the tables.​

• How do I earn an Elite 100 medal?​

  • Elite 100 medals are given to the first 50 men and the first 50 women to cross the finish line (based on gun time). Medals will be given out as participants finish.​

• Are there restrooms along the course?​

  • Porta-potties will be available at bus loading/finish line, at the starting line, and at aid stations. Additionally, there are campsite restrooms located at the start.​

• Where can I find results?​

  • A results trailer will be parked near the finish line where participants can pick up and find out overall/age group placing. Afterwards, results will be posted on hobblecreekhalfmarathon.com as soon as possible.​

• Where can I park?​

  • Parking is available at Mapleton Elementary, along N Main St., along N 300 W​, and at the nearby church parking lot. No parking along Maple St.

• Where along the course can spectators cheer on racers?

  • Best viewing spots would be ~mile 10, near Wayne Bartholomew Family Park just as they exit Hobble Creek Canyon. Additionally, spectators can cheer along their racers along the last mile on Maple Street, ending at Mapleton City Park.​ We do not recommend spectators drive up the canyon on race day.

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