Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://www.elevationculture.com.
Place
Green River, UT US 84525
Description
GOBLIN VALLEY GRAVEL RIDE
The NEW Goblin Valley Gravel Ride is apart of the Goblin Valley Dirt Festival weekend experience that you do not want to miss. Ride along an ancient place featuring thousands of Hoodoos referred to as Goblins, which are formations of mushroom-shaped rock pinnacles. Capture views of historic mining ghost towns, and ancient petroglyphs along the rock faces. This picturesque environment will be a sight to see as you ride through out the protected Utah landscape. Grab your Gravel, MTB, or E-Bike.
GRAVEL RIDE 111K take in the views of the historic Utah landscape as you get a 360 degree views a top of the magical mesa.
GRAVEL RIDE 72K cruise up the ancient roads to the stunning San Rafael Swell.
GRAVEL RIDE 56K take it easy or drop the hammer across the famous Temple Mountain.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
FINISHERS
All Finisher's of the 111k 72K, and 56K receive custom super soft tri-blend shirt and FINISHER MEDAL
designed by Elevation Culture.
FREE RACE DAY PHOTOS
* LAST DAY to register to guarantee a FINISHER SHIRT is NOVEMBER 1st, 2025.
ALL FINISHERS-CUSTOM DESIGN REUSABLE CUP
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CUSTOM DESIGN Bib
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DESERT FESTIVAL
2025 GOBLIN VALLEY DESERT FESTIVAL
RUN ON SATURDAY 11.8.25
RIDE ON SUNDAY 11.9.25
Make it a double and join us to run any distance on Saturday 11.08.25 and Ride any distance on Sunday 11.09.25
REGISTER HERE:
https://runsignup.com/Race/UT/GreenRiver/GoblinValleyTrailRuns
RECEIVE 15% OFF each event in the Desert Festival along with an added BONUS GIFT
COURSE MAPS | ELEVATION PROFILES
You can visit ELEVATION CULTURE'S webpage for an interactive map and other details.
https://www.elevationculture.com/
Download the Course Map to your phone and follow along by downloading the Plotaroute Mobile App.
https://www.plotaroute.com/mobileapp
GOBLIN VALLEY GRAVEL RIDE
TRAIL RATING | TERRAIN
CATEGORIES
AID STATIONS
Please note that this is a CUPLESS event, so make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel the day of!
**Please note that each aid station has approximate mileage based on mapping programs, and may differ a bit from each person's watch, app, or other tracking devices.
RACE START TIMES
PLEASE arrive no later than ONE hour before your race start time if you are doing same day race bib and packet pick up. If you have picked up your packet already, and only need to check-in, please show up no later than 15 minutes before your race start time.
*THIS IS A CHIP TIMED EVENT
EARLY CHECK IN 5:30AM MT
PRE-RACE TALK 6:50AM MT
111K | 72K | 56K Start Time 7:00am MT
AWARD CEREMONY 12:00 NOON MT
COURSE CLOSES 3:00pm MT
PACKET PICK UP
*Race Day Packet Pick Up ONLY: Early Check in begins at 5:30 am. Please arrive 1 hour prior to your start time to check in. You will receive your bib, finisher shirt, race swag.
LODGING | CAMPING
Give your race weekend a chance to EXPLORE beautiful Goblin Valley, UT with scenic LODGING AND CAMPING OPTIONS.
RECOMMENDED CAMPING SITES
GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK | 1 MINUTES FROM START/FINISH
*FREE BLM DISPERSED CAMPING 90 SPOTS | 5 MINUTES FROM START/FINISH
STAY IN MOAB, UT- ONE HOUR DRIVE OFF OF i-70
HANKSVILLE, UT- RV AND HOTEL 35 MINUTES AWAY
FINISH LINE EXPERIENCE
RELAX
Kick back at our Elevated Camp with a cold beverage from our sponsors: Best Day Brewing, and games.
RECOVER
Recover right with post race Ice Bath from Ice Baths, Massage Recovery Tools, Recovery boots from Relax Air.
ENJOY
Live Results, Music, friends new and old.
RELAX | RECOVER | ENJOY
Enjoy post race beverages by our Series Partners, Food, Games, Music, and Community in our ELEVATED CAMP
AWARDS
AWARDS
HANDCRAFTED WOODEN AWARDS by Elevation Culture
111k | 72k | 56k
1st-3rd Male/Female
Cat: Gravel | MTB | E-Bike
AGE GROUP AWARDS
1st-3rd Male/Female
0-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 +
VOLUNTEER
Can't join us to RIDE this year? Please consider giving back to our amazing community of runners, friends, and athletes.
Join our EC RACE CREW: Paid Key Positions ($20.00 hr) Include:
Aid Station Captains | Merch Tent | Medical Lead
VOLUNTEERS receive amazing PERKS for giving back:
FREE RACE ENTRY to our Elevation Culture Race Series, Sponsor Swag and Discounts
ELEVATION CULTURE RACE SERIES
The Goblin Valley Gravel Ride is part of the Elevation Culture Race Series presented by Elevation Culture
Check out their full series of events across the USA
Visit our Website for a truly Elevated Experience: https://www.elevationculture.com/
RACE DAY PARKING
*Please consider CARPOOLING to the event to help reduce our carbon footprint.
Parking Areas along Goblin Valley Rd are a short walk (5-10 Minutes) to the start/finish area. We will also have a shuttle service ready if our main parking/road parking fills up. Please allow for time to find parking and be ready to check in at your designated check in times.
***ALL VEHICLES PARK IN A MATTER YOU DO NOT NEED TO TURN AROUND TO LEAVE THE PARK.
Parking Area A (Main Parking near the Start/Finish)
Parking -Along Goblin Valley Rd. (Indicated in Yellow)
*IMPORTANT: Please use overflow lots after all spots along Goblin Valley Rd have been taken. Goblin Valley Rd parking is a short walk up the road to the Start/Finish. Shuttles will run every 10 minutes please park at the pick up sign located at the 2 Overflow locations.
RACE DAY PHOTOS
2025 Goblin Valley Gravel Ride Race Day Photos
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FAQ
WHEN CAN I PICK UP MY PACKET? Race Morning 1 hour before your event. This is the only packet pick up option for this event.
WHEN WILL INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE BE SENT OUT? Race Day information will be sent out the Friday before race week or 10 days from race day. View, our website for all course related information.
CAN I BUY/SWAP BIBS WITH A FRIEND? You, can only swap a bib if you contact the Event Director.
CAN I DROP DOWN A DISTANCE? Yes, you can drop down in distance the weeks leading up to race day and at race registration the morning of the race.
ARE THERE REFUNDS? No, there are no refunds. Please refer to our Refund/Deferral Policies on our website.
WHAT IF I GET INJURED TRAINING? Please review our deferral policy on our website: https://www.elevationculture.com/events
IS THIS A CUP LESS RACE? Yes, cups will not be provided at aid stations as this a sustainably conscious event.
ARE THERE BATHROOMS ON COURSE? We provide Port-a-Toilets at the Start Finish. There are several camp spots with toilets along your route.
ARE THERE AWARDS? Yes, awards will be giving out to the top 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female riders in the 111k, 72k, 56k for Cat: Gravel, MTB, E-Bike
ARE TANDEM BIKES ALLOWED? Yes, you can ride with a buddy tandem style.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED? No, Pets are not allowed at this event. This is a wildlife reserve, so dogs are not allowed.
CAN I SIGN UP ON RACE DAY? Yes, there will be day of registration. We accept cash, credit, and debit. (no checks) * You are not guaranteed a shirt/medal. (SUBJECT TO RACE SELLING OUT)
WHEN WILL RESULTS BE POSTED? Our timing company will have live results to view. Official results will be available 2-4 days post race.
WHEN WILL PHOTOS BE POSTED? Race Day photos will be available for purchase 4-7 days post race.
