About This Race
Set among the apple and cherry orchards of Santaquin, Utah, the Apple Harvest Run celebrates autumn's peak harvest season at Rowley's Red Barn. This community race coincides with the orchard's fall festival and Harvest Days, offering runners a chance to experience Utah's agricultural heritage while the trees are heavy with fruit. The race takes place on hard-packed dirt roads winding through working orchards, providing an authentic farm-country running experience. The event offers multiple distance options including 10K, 5K, and 1-mile races, making it accessible to runners of all abilities and ages. With an 8:00 AM start time and space for up to 500 participants, the race maintains an intimate, community-focused atmosphere. The flat terrain on well-maintained orchard roads makes this particularly welcoming for newer runners or those seeking a scenic, non-technical route. Beyond the running, the race serves as the kickoff to the broader harvest celebration, with hay rides and festival activities available after the race. This combination of running and rural festivities creates a distinctive small-town racing experience that captures the essence of Utah's farming communities during their most picturesque season.
The course follows hard-packed dirt roads through apple and cherry orchards in Santaquin, providing a scenic and accessible running surface. Runners traverse working agricultural land during peak harvest season, with the route designed to showcase the orchard's autumn beauty while maintaining easy footing on well-maintained farm roads.
Practical Info
Early October in Utah typically offers cool, crisp morning temperatures ideal for running, with clear skies and minimal precipitation expected.
SLC - Salt Lake City International Airport
Santaquin is a small farming community with limited local lodging; most runners stay in nearby Provo or other Wasatch Front cities within driving distance.
Best For
Notable Features
This race stands out for its authentic agricultural setting during peak harvest season, combining running with Utah's farming heritage. The timing coincides with the orchard's fall festival, allowing participants to experience hay rides and harvest celebrations after their run, creating a complete autumn farm experience.