Destination race guides
Run the race.
Know the weekend.
Firsthand guides for destination half marathons: where to stay, where to eat, race logistics, shakeout runs, and everything I wish I had known before traveling.
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Current guides
Mountain Triple
Three half marathons across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho during one June road trip.
WyomingJune 6, 2026
Grand Teton Half
High altitude, incredible scenery, and a podium finish beneath the Tetons.
Read guide →MontanaJune 13, 2026
Yellowstone Half
A cold, rocky trail race near West Yellowstone with nearly 700 feet of climbing.
Read guide →IdahoJune 20, 2026
Boise Half
A rainy but fast finish to a three-state mountain running trip.
Read guide →What these guides cover
More than a course review.
StayWhere I stayed, what it cost, and whether I would book it again.
EatPre-race pasta, breakfast, post-race food, and nearby options worth the stop.
RaceParking, packet pickup, altitude, weather, course difficulty, and race-morning logistics.
ExploreShakeout runs, parks, scenic drives, and what to do with the rest of the weekend.