Antelope Canyon Ultras 2027 Guide: Course, Aid, Cutoffs, Gear
Quick answer: Antelope Canyon Ultras 2027 is on Saturday, March 6, 2027, starting and finishing at the Page Sports Complex in Page, Arizona. Aravaipa Running offers a 50 Mile, 55K, 30K and Half Marathon; there is no 100 mile on the 2027 pages. The race is cupless for cold drinks, so you need your own bottle, cup or hydration system. Required gear for every runner is a headlamp, a hydration system and an offline course map device. The longest listed gap between aid stations on the 50 Mile and 55K is 8.4 miles, from Deer Canyon to Ligai Si Anii.
Antelope Canyon Ultras 2027 at a glance
| Distance | Start (MST) | Time limit | Gain | Price until 12/31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Mile (51.7 mi) | 5:00 AM | 19 hours | +5,019 ft | $310 |
| 55K (34.2 mi) | 5:00 AM | 13 hours | +3,413 ft | $255 |
| 30K (19.7 mi) | 7:00 AM | 8 hours | +1,799 ft | $200 |
| Half Marathon (13.2 mi) | 8:00 AM | 6 hours | +1,082 ft | $180 |
From the race's official Antelope Canyon Ultras page, read October 10, 2026. Prices rise again after December 31: the race page lists $345 for the 50 Mile until 2/28, while UltraSignup shows $335 for the same period. The 55K ($275), 30K ($215) and Half ($195) prices match on both pages. Race week prices are $360, $295, $230 and $210. The stated course distances are 0.5 to 0.6 miles longer than the finish miles in the aid station tables for the 50 Mile, 55K and 30K.
The course
The 50 Mile runs through red rock mesas, deep washes and slot canyons on sandy jeep roads and slickrock. The race page lists steep climbs, ladders, short scrambles, and sections of via ferrata and cable-assisted descents. It passes near Horseshoe Bend, Marble Canyon and Lake Powell and finishes on the Page Rim Trail. Maximum elevation is 5,682 ft and minimum is 3,901 ft.
The 55K shares the 50 Mile aid stations through Antelope Ridge at mile 29.5 and passes Owl Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Deer Canyon and Ligai Si Anii, with technical canyon terrain and slickrock before Antelope Ridge, then a return across open desert and jeep roads. It tops out at 5,682 ft with a low point of 4,194 ft.
The 30K is open jeep road, slickrock and singletrack. It passes under the Page "P", crosses sand to Horseshoe Bend Overlook, follows the Vermillion View Trail above Marble Canyon and finishes on the Page Rim Trail. The Half Marathon heads out of Page through the desert with views from the edge of Page Rim and over the Colorado River.
The official packing list sums it up: "Expect deep sand, slickrock, ladders and short scrambles." The 50 Mile gains 5,019 ft over 51.7 miles, so when you set pace targets, decide how much time to budget for the sand, ladders and scrambles the race lists, not only for the climbing. Our guide on how to read a trail race course profile and plan your effort covers how to split a course like this into sections.
Aid stations and the gaps between them
| Mile | Aid station | Distances | Miles to next |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 | Antelope Canyon | 50M, 55K | 7 |
| 13.2 | Deer Canyon | 50M, 55K | 8.4 |
| 21.6 | Ligai Si Anii | 50M, 55K | 7.9 |
| 29.5 | Antelope Ridge | 50M, 55K | 2.1 (50M) / 4.1 to finish (55K) |
| 31.6 | Red Mesa Crew Access | 50M | 5 |
| 36.6 | Horseshoe | 50M | 7.6 |
| 44.2 | Lake Powell | 50M | 7 to finish (51.2) |
The 30K has Horseshoe at mile 4.7 and Lake Powell at 12.3, then 6.9 miles to the finish at 19.2. The Half has Lake Powell at 4.1 and Page Rim at 9.3, then 3.9 miles to the finish at 13.2. The race says exact aid station details will be shared closer to the event.
Every ultra aid station lists water, electrolyte drink mix, fresh-cut fruit, soda, salty and sweet items and portable bathrooms. Stations at 20+ miles add salt caps, electrolyte caps, anti-chafing agent, sunscreen, first aid supplies and medical support. There are no paper cups for cold drinks; hot cups are provided for coffee, broth and soup. See our note on carrying a cup at cupless races.
What to carry: Plan water by the time it will take you to cover the longest gap, which is 8.4 miles from Deer Canyon to Ligai Si Anii, followed by 7.9 miles to Antelope Ridge. Our guide How Much Water Should I Carry Trail Running? walks through that calculation. You also need room for a headlamp and layers for a 5:00 AM start in the 40s with afternoon heat possible. For the 50 Mile or 55K, a vest like the ROOT8, an 8L vest that ships with two soft flasks and has room for extra layers, food or required gear, fits that list. Half and 30K runners with gaps of 7.6 miles or less may find the ROOT5, a 5L vest with two 500ml soft flasks, enough. Compare options on our trail running packs page.
Cutoffs
Intermediate cutoffs are listed as "More Info Coming Soon..." for every distance. The overall time limits are published, and the finish times below are our arithmetic from the start times.
| Distance | Start | Time limit | Final cutoff (our calculation) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Mile | 5:00 AM | 19 hours | 12:00 AM (midnight) |
| 55K | 5:00 AM | 13 hours | 6:00 PM |
| 30K | 7:00 AM | 8 hours | 3:00 PM |
| Half Marathon | 8:00 AM | 6 hours | 2:00 PM |
The race says cutoffs are enforced by gun time for your wave. Its example ("7:00 AM wave = 3:00 AM cutoff; 8:00 AM wave = 4:00 AM cutoff") does not line up with the posted time limits, so check the race guide, which is emailed before the race.
Required gear and rules
Required: a headlamp, a hydration system, an offline-accessible course map device, and your bib on the front of your body, visible. Recommended: sun protection, a buff or bandana, personal nutrition, layers, trail running shoes and gaiters. The packing list says to check your race guide for any updates to required gear. For setup ideas, see our mandatory gear pack setup checklist.
- Trekking poles are permitted.
- Pets are not allowed on the course.
- Littering, including peels or toilet paper, results in disqualification.
- Headphones: not stated.
- Crew: the race says "Crew is only permitted for 50M and 55K runners. Pacers are allowed for 50M runners only." The 30K and Half sections also carry crew rules text, so confirm with the race if you are in those distances.
- 50 Mile crew and pacers register at the expo or before the start, wear visible bibs, and may access the course only at listed aid stations. One pacer may be on course at a time.
- Drop bags are for longer distances, due near the start line by 7 PM the night before. Half and 30K runners should not use them.
- The race is not spectator-friendly; spectators are allowed only at the start/finish area.
The official pages do not mention Navajo Nation permits, guided slot canyon rules or tour requirements. Western States qualifier status and a field cap are also not stated.
Organizing a cupless race? A soft flask with the race logo in every runner packet is one way to make sure nobody reaches the aid table without a container. Our race director's guide to custom soft flasks covers quantities, timing and delivery.
Weather and daylight
The race says: "Expect cold temperatures on race morning, likely dipping into the 40s. Dress in warm layers before your start." It also tells runners to be ready for afternoon heat and possible thunderstorms or snow. You can leave layers in a warm-up bag at the start, and the race will shuttle it to the finish.
Parking, shuttles and packet pickup
Bib pickup and expo are Friday, March 5, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Page Sports Complex, 477 Haul Rd, Page, AZ 86040. UltraSignup lists the pickup as "Friday, March 6, 2026", which conflicts with the race page. Your race shirt is collected at check-in. Parking and runner shuttles are not stated; the only shuttle mentioned is for warm-up bags. If you drop, transportation back to the finish is not guaranteed, and at remote stations you may wait until the station closes.
FAQ
When is Antelope Canyon Ultras 2027?
Saturday, March 6, 2027, in Page, Arizona. Registration closes Monday, March 1 at 11:59 PM MT.
Is there a 100 mile at Antelope Canyon in 2027?
No 100 mile is listed. The distances are 50 Mile, 55K, 30K and Half Marathon.
What are the cutoffs?
Time limits are 19 hours (50 Mile), 13 hours (55K), 8 hours (30K) and 6 hours (Half). Intermediate cutoffs are not yet published.
Do aid stations have cups?
No cups for cold drinks. Carry your own bottle, cup or hydration system. Hot cups are provided for coffee, broth and soup.
Can I have crew or a pacer?
Crew is permitted for the 50 Mile and 55K, and pacers only for the 50 Mile. The 50 Mile table lists Red Mesa Crew Access at mile 31.6.
Sources: Antelope Canyon Ultras official page, 2027 packing list, UltraSignup event page. Read October 10, 2026. LECAMO is not affiliated with Antelope Canyon Ultras or Aravaipa Running.