Give yourself plenty of time to make the 2.5 mile drive up the 'technical, but passable' road to the start/finish area and adhere to all parking attendant instructions upon arrival.

When driving from Moab, the right turn from the highway can be difficult to spot - look for mile marker 113, the turn is just beyond. The start and finish area are located along Behind the Rocks Road, a ~30 minute drive from town. Due to the remote wilderness setting, the 50k course includes only four aid stations, making a hydration pack necessary for most runners. While the faster runners have completed the course in under five hours, mid-pack runners typically finish between 6 and 7 hours, with a course cutoff of 7pm. For those looking for a longer race, the '50 Mile course is among our most challenging events' according to Mad Moose Events. The 50k begins at 7am and includes 3,500' of climbing. Other than events, there is no drinking water or restrooms on the entire route, so pack plenty if you plan to run this course outside of race day.

Whether you're here to race or just looking to enjoy a quiet run in the desert, the 50k route is an excellent option to explore the beautiful red rock desert landscape. The flat line goes up to the Dava Summit (1050ft) - which will keep things interesting! - before descending down to sea level.A world-renowned 4x4 area, this backcountry trail network also offers incredible views of the nearby La Sal Mountains capped in snow.

This trail links the historic towns of Grantown-on-Spey and Forres, with a 'fun' finish to show you the RD's favourite running spots as a child to make the 50km distance! The route predominantly follows the old Highland Railway line, which means an off road yet runnable trail. The Dava Way is the perfect race to transition from marathons to ultras, or if you are a seasoned ultrarunner looking for a quick 50km.

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