Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2025-2026

Embark on an exhilarating journey through some of Arizona's most scenic routes with our comprehensive Trail Running Calendar for 2025-2026. With 70 diverse trail running events spread across the Grand Canyon State, you're sure to find the perfect race that aligns with your schedule and fitness level.

In the vibrant city of Phoenix, trail runners can explore the rugged beauty of the Sonoran Desert, with routes offering breathtaking vistas and challenging elevations. Not far behind, Tucson's trail running scene is adorned with the picturesque trails of Saguaro National Park and the Santa Catalina Mountains, promising runs that are as scenic as they are invigorating. Runners in Mesa and Chandler have the advantage of the sprawling trails in the Superstition Wilderness.

Trail enthusiasts in Scottsdale are spoiled with the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's extensive network of pathways, each offering a unique desert running experience. Meanwhile, Glendale's proximity to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park affords trail runners a chance to immerse themselves in the serene Arizona outdoors.

The Sierra Prieta 50K is an exciting inaugural running event set in the stunning Sierra Prieta mountains near Prescott, AZ. This unofficial "fat ass" style race features a challenging point-to-point course that spans just under 32 miles with approximately 7,000 feet of elevation gain. Participants c..

The XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run, part of the XTERRA Trail Run World Series, takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ. Scheduled for March 16, 2025, this event features a range of trail races, including 21K, 11K, and 7K distances. Participants can expect a challenging course with climbs, river crossing..

The Texas Canyon Trail Run, hosted by the Amerind Museum, is an annual event taking place in Dragoon, Arizona. Participants can choose between scenic 5K and 10K trail run/walk courses that showcase the area's stunning rock formations and diverse flora. The event promotes awareness and understanding..

The Crown King Scramble is a renowned 50K footrace held in Arizona, taking participants from Lake Pleasant to the historic mining town of Crown King. This challenging course features a scenic journey through the Sonoran Desert, transitioning from rolling dirt roads to steep jeep trails, culminating..

The St. Luke's Home Spring Cross Country Classic is an exciting 5K running event held at Lincoln Park in Tucson, Arizona. Scheduled for March 22, 2025, the event features separate races for men and women, along with a FitKidz mile for children aged 12 and under, and a co-ed walk. Participants of all..

The Cat Dirt Dash 5k Run & 1-Mile Fun Run invites participants to experience a unique running event at the Caterpillar facility in Green Valley, Arizona. Set against the backdrop of the world's largest mining equipment, this event features a scenic dirt course that is both challenging and beautiful...

The Sedona Stumble is an exciting running event taking place in Sedona, Arizona, featuring both 5K and 10K races. Set against the stunning backdrop of Posse Grounds Park, participants will navigate a unique trail that combines flowy single track and mountain bike slalom paths. The event promises a m..

The #RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse Half-Marathon, 7 Miler, and MTB Races is set to take place on March 29-30, 2025, in Marana, Arizona. This exciting event features a challenging half-marathon and a 7-mile trail run on the scenic trails of the Tortolita Preserve, followed by mountain bike races on th..

April 2025

The Arizona Monster 300 is an extreme 308-mile point-to-point trail race through the stunning Sonoran Desert in Southern Arizona, organized by the Destination Trail Team. This challenging event features a diverse landscape with significant elevation changes, including a total elevation gain of over..

The Dam Good Run is an annual running event held at Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown, AZ, featuring multiple distances: 40K, 26K, 13K, 4 Mile, and 2 Mile. Participants have the unique opportunity to run across the New Waddell Dam, with courses that showcase stunning views of the lake and su..

The Everyone Runs Catalina State Park Half Marathon and 5.3 Mile Trail Races is a popular trail running event taking place in Tucson, Arizona. Scheduled for April 6, 2025, participants can choose between a half marathon and a shorter 5.3-mile race, both set against the scenic backdrop of Catalina St..

The Whiskey Basin Trail Runs, scheduled for April 12, 2025, in Prescott, Arizona, offers a variety of challenging distances including 91K, 60K, 32K, Half-Marathon, and 10K. The event showcases the scenic Prescott Circle Trail, with all races starting and finishing at Watson Lake Park, featuring stun..

The Sabino Canyon Sunset Run is a popular running event held in Tucson, Arizona, showcasing the stunning beauty of Sabino Canyon within the Coronado National Forest. Participants can choose from a 7.4-mile main race, a 7.4-mile early start for those needing extra time, or a 2-mile fun run and walk...

The AZT Vail Scramble is a scenic trail running event featuring a marathon, half-marathon, and 10K race, set in the picturesque valley between the Santa Rita and Rincon Mountains in Vail, Arizona. Participants can enjoy stunning views while navigating courses that vary in difficulty, with the marath..

The VUE, or Vortex Ultra Experience, is a trail running event set in the stunning red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, scheduled for April 19, 2025. Participants can choose from five race distances: 50M, 34M, 21M, 12M, and 4M, catering to runners of all levels. The event highlights the best trails in Sedon..

The Mountain Sheep Canyon Run is an exciting running event scheduled for April 19, 2025, in Page, Arizona. Participants can choose between a challenging 10-mile course and a 5K run, both set against the stunning backdrop of the Navajo Nation's sand and slot canyons. The 10-mile loop features a mix o..

The Antelope Canyon X Half Marathon is an exciting running event taking place in LeChee Rock, Arizona, featuring both a half marathon and a 10K race. The course showcases the stunning landscapes of the Navajo Nation, including sand, double track roads, and slot canyons. Participants can expect a cha..

The Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs is a premier ultra running event held annually in Christopher Creek, Arizona. Celebrating its 35th year, the event features two challenging race distances: a 50-mile ultra marathon and a 27-mile trail marathon. Both courses are predominantly single track, offering s..

Hells Dells is a unique 50k adventure run taking place in the scenic Granite Dells of Prescott, Arizona. This event emphasizes a fun, social atmosphere rather than speed, making it ideal for participants looking to enjoy a day outdoors with friends. The course is designed to explore as many trails i..

The Sinister Night Runs, part of the 2025 Insomniac Series, invites participants to experience the thrill of night trail running at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. Runners can choose from various distances: 54K, 27K, 18K, 9K, and 6K, all set on a scenic 9-kilometer loop featu..