Event Overview
| Date | Oct 9-14, 2026 |
| Location | πΊπΈ Moab, Utah, USA |
| Format | 200+ Mile |
| Terrain | Desert |
| Region | North America |
| Distance | 240 mi |
| Highlights | Triple Crown of 200s |
Why This Race Matters
Moab 240 is a useful reference point for runners comparing long fixed-distance ultras that still unfold over multiple days. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.
Planning Notes
- Prepare for sleep decisions, weather swings, and aid-station discipline. The distance is only one part of a multi-day fixed-distance race.
- Heat, sun exposure, and dry air can change hydration needs quickly. Test sun protection, sodium strategy, and cooling tactics before the race.
- This is not marked as a beginner-friendly event. Confirm qualification standards, support rules, and registration requirements before building a season around it.
Related Preparation
- Compare multiday running formats
- Use the multiday pace calculator
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Sources
- Official event website β https://destinationtrailrun.com/moab240/
- Multiday Running event directory data, last reviewed May 2026.