The Desert Rose Triathlon is held at Jackson Flat Reservoir just outside of beloved Kanab, Utah. This location is only one hour from some of the best national parks like Zion, Bryce Canyon, the Wave, and Arizona's Grand Canyon. The race features both Olympic and Sprint distances which begin in Utah and travel through an Arizona loop.

Experience one of the Southwest’s best venues. This local, family-run event was founded in 1984 and is the 5th oldest triathlon West of the Mississippi River. The race course includes breathtaking views of the San Francisco Peaks, Lake Mary, and Mormon Lake. It takes place right after the monsoon season with flora in full bloom. Medals for all finishers, handcrafted awards, food, fun, and a great course. The Upper Lake Mary boat docks are about ten miles south of Flagstaff, AZ on Lake Mary Road at mile post 333.