DC Peaks 55K · Oct 2, 2027
DC Peaks 55K Race Guide
- Elevation gain
- 7,800’
- Descent
- ~6,950’
- Distance
- 35 miles
- High point
- 9,085’
- Time limit
- Leave Mueller Park by 5:00 PM
Explore it in 3D
The course
A big climb, a big descent, and the best finish in Davis County.
It starts at an LDS church in Centerville. Warm up on a ¼ mile of road and get ready for a big climb of over 4,000’ up Zig Zag to Bountiful Peak. From there you turn around and head back down, finishing the race exactly the same as the 50 miler.
Bomb down Zig Zag, head over towards Bountiful and enjoy the new trails. These are some of the most popular hiking trails in Mueller Park, and the race ends at Tunnel Springs Park in North Salt Lake. It’s a tough course with approximately 7,800’ of vertical gain.
Pick an aid station on the map, in the list or on the elevation chart to fly to that section and see what it takes to get there. Crew access No crew
Map is for planning only — use the official GPX on race day. Section gain and descent are from the race team (≈ marks approximate numbers).
Oct 2, 2027
Event schedule
- ThuSep 30
Packet pickup & drop bags
2:00 – 6:00 PM
1Solar, 819 Lagoon Dr, Farmington, UT
Also open Fri, Oct 1, 2:00 – 6:00 PM.
- SatOct 2
- SatOct 2
- SatOct 2
At a glance
Aid stations
| Station | Mile | Crew | Pacers | Drop bag | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start – Centerville | 0 | Yes | — | No | — |
| Bountiful Peak | 7.8 | No | No | No | — |
| Zig Zag | 15 | Yes | Start | No | — |
| Mueller Park | 20 | Yes | Start | Yes | 5:00 PM |
| Summerwood | 30 | No | No | No | — |
| Finish – Tunnel Springs Park | 35 | Yes | — | Pick up | — |
Station names with a link open the map pin.
Pacers welcome — multiple OK, one at a time. Pacers can start at Zig Zag (mile 15) and Mueller Park (mile 20).
Crew & pacers
Pacers
- Pacers may not start or stop at Bountiful Peak.
- Pacers must check in with the aid station crew before their runner arrives, and pick up a bib if they didn’t get one at packet pickup.
- Runners add their pacer’s info on the runner check-in. Pacers don’t fill it out.
Crews
- Crew assistance is allowed only at the start, Zig Zag, Mueller Park and the finish.
- Zig Zag: parking was a mess last year. Please park on the road and walk up.
- Bountiful Peak has dirt road access, but keep it clear for runners and aid station staff. No crew there.
- One drop bag, at Mueller Park. Start-line clothes go to the finish as a separate service, not a drop bag.
Essential runner information
Course markings
Official course markings
We use blue DC Peaks flags and signs on the course. We do not use any ribbons.
Offline GPX navigation
Download the required GPX navigation file before race day: DC Peaks 55K GPX.
Important trail notice
The “trail police” have removed markings every year, which has caused us to go bald from stress! Do not rely solely on physical flags.
What to expect on course
At the aid stations
Hydration & supplies
- Water & ice
- Electrolyte drink
- Salt tablets
- First aid
- Sunscreen
Quick snacks
- PB&J sandwiches
- Chips & crackers
- Cookies & donut holes
- Fruit & candy
- Pickles
Hot food
- Bountiful Peak: quesadillas
- Zig Zag: pizza & ramen noodles
Essential runner information
Safety & weather
Course safety & rescue
- Side-by-side vehicles are available on course to transport runners off the mountain in emergencies.
- Medical staff are stationed along the course to assist injured runners.
Tracking & navigation
- Runner check-in/out: strict logging at every aid station so we always know your location.
- Mandatory GPX download: download the main and alternate route GPX files before race day. They’re essential for staying on the correct path in remote sections.
Mountain weather
- Weather in the peaks shifts drastically without warning.
- Be prepared for all conditions: extreme heat, freezing cold, rain, snow, and severe wind.
- Check the mountain forecast continuously leading up to race day.
Essential runner information
Medical & emergency
Layton Hospital
201 Layton Pkwy, Layton, UT 84041
801-543-6000Lakeview Hospital
630 Medical Dr, Bountiful, UT 84010
801-299-2200Davis County Search & Rescue
800 West State Street, Farmington, UT
801-451-4100
Dedicated emergency support is available throughout the race.
DC Peaks 55K
Race rules & guidelines
The race rules, plus the deferral and cancellation policy, are on the Course Info page.