Valhalla Run

Valhalla Run

In Norse mythology, Valhalla is the great hall where heroes slain in battle are received in the afterlife—a place representing ultimate honor, glory, and triumph. To the Viewmont Cross Country team, "Valhalla" is the giant concrete "V" on the mountainside.

But it’s much more than a landmark. To our athletes, Valhalla is a grueling 2.2-mile run with over 700 feet of elevation gain. It is a proving ground where we test our limits and show our strength through pain, sweat, and tears!

Conquer the mountain within the official time limits, and you will earn the coveted Valhalla shirt to proudly prove you mastered this great challenge.

Shirt Eligibility & Time Goals

For Current Viewmont Athletes:

• IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: For safety and training reasons, please do not attempt this timed run on your own without first consulting with a coach.

• Boys Goal: Under 22:00

• Girls Goal: Under 28:00

For Alumni & Families:

• Time Goal: Under 36:00

• Running Solo? If you complete the run outside of our organized team events, you can still earn your shirt! Simply document your run using a GPS smartwatch or smartphone app (such as Strava, Apple Fitness, or Garmin) and share the workout log with a coach.

Organized Team Runs

Each summer, we host this legendary run once or twice as a team. All are welcome to join us—athletes, alumni, and family members of all ages!

• When: On the announced date(s) at 6:30 AM sharp for a team warmup. (Don’t be late! A proper warmup is critical before tackling this steep climb).

• Where: There are two different starting locations depending on age and running experience.

Location 1: Duel Creek Canyon (Short Route)

• Address: Intersection of 100 S & 850 E, Centerville (Right where you drive up to the Duel Creek trailhead. If you hit a dirt road, you have gone too far).

• Distance to the 'V': 1.2 miles

• Start Time: 6:50 AM

• Note: This route is for beginner runners, younger children, and most members of our ramp team. Please note that runners starting from this location are not eligible to earn a shirt.

Location 2: The A-Frame Church (Full Route - Shirt Eligible)

• Address: 1350 N 650 E, Bountiful (The tall A-frame chapel just east of Bangerter Farms).

• Distance to the 'V': 2.2 miles

• Staggered Start Times:

  • 6:50 AM: Parents, young athletes, siblings, alumni, other family and friends.

  • 7:00 AM: All remaining runners (starting a few minutes later to chase down the pack and cheer everyone up the mountain!).

Maps & Start Line

The Route:
The official Valhalla Run route starts at the NW corner of the A-Frame church property (see map image below) and running from there north along 650 E, turn right onto Pages Lane, Pages lane turns into 850 E as it turns north - stay on this road all the way to 100 S, turn right onto 100 S, this is where the road narrows as it leads to Fire Break Road, turn right when you hit that dirt road. You follow the main dirt road from there heading toward South Deuel Creek Trailhead, then you turn onto the V Road that heads up the mountain towards the V. You will need to navigate past the gate/fence if this isn't an organized team run when we have it open. Once you reach the top of V Road you then run up the switchbacks that lead you to the base of the concrete V (aka Valhalla!). Stop your timer once you touch the V. Congratulations! You have now gained access to the glorious halls of Valhalla!

Historical Info:

2025 Time Targets:

Girls: 29:00
Boys: 25:00