Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2026-2027

Event Overview The GORE-TEX Kahtoola Uphill is an annual mountain event taking place on February 21, 2026. The event takes place on the slopes of Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff, Arizona. Event Distances and Format Participants can choose fro..

Run or walk a scenic 5K loop on the Papago Park Fitness Trail in Phoenix. This event supports Make-A-Wish Arizona. Participants receive a t-shirt, goodie bag, and a chance to win raffle prizes.

Trail races at Old Tucson Studios on February 22, 2026 feature 8 mile, 4 mile, a 1 mile family run and a kids mile on dirt trails, washes and Old Tucson streets with shirts, awards and a limited souvenir medal.

Trail races in Superior, Arizona offering 50K, 31K, 17K and 12K courses through Arnett Canyon, the Arizona Trail and around Picketpost Mountain. Aid stations are spaced every few miles; the event is cupless with onsite medical support and c..

A multi-distance trail event in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park featuring a 50K, half marathon and 4 Mile on singletrack trails and dirt roads. Aid stations, medical support and race proceeds benefit Navajo Nation community programs.

Trail run near Fountain Hills, Arizona offering 20K and 10K mostly on trails with gently rolling hills, volunteers and post race food. It is the final race in the McDowell Mountain Cup series.

Trail ultramarathon near Sonoita, Arizona with 25 mile and 50 mile courses on forest roads and the Arizona Trail. The event includes elevation variation, time limits, awards, a cupless policy, and a provided reusable cup.

Explore the iconic desert landscapes of the Antelope Canyon area on foot. Choose from distances including a 50 miler, 55K, 30K, or trail half marathon, with courses featuring slot canyons and mesa views. The event is based at the Page Sport..

Embrace your inner hero at the SuperHeroes Run in Phoenix's Papago Park. Choose from 5K, 10K, or half-marathon distances in a supportive, timed-optional group setting. All participants receive a medal, shirt, and more, with a charity donati..

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs offer rugged single-track courses in Waddell, Arizona. Distances range from an 8K to a 50 Miler, plus a Kid's Fun Run. The terrain features significant climbs, steep descents, and technical sections requiring..

A community 5K in Phoenix on March 14, 2026 with a family race and a virtual option that supports people experiencing homelessness, funding housing, food assistance, crisis intervention and other social services.

Join the CAT DIRT DASH 5k or 1 mile fun run on desert dirt trails at Caterpillar Tinaja Hills in Green Valley, AZ, running past real Caterpillar machines. Limited to 300 runners and includes a 2026 event hat for paid participants.

The Skull Krusher 50k is a demanding trail race in Arizona's Cave Creek area, ascending to Skull Mesa. Runners must be prepared for a self-supported journey with significant elevation gain on a rocky course. It's a test of endurance against..

Trail courses on Amerind Museum land in Texas Canyon with 5K and 10K adult and youth options, on-course water stations, and museum entry included with registration. Overall winners receive Native American art in addition to medals.

Fixed-time trail runs in Glendale, AZ on March 21, 2026 offering 3-hour and 6-hour options on a well groomed 2 km loop of single and double track. A central aid station provides water, snacks and basic first aid; no cups provided.

Celebrate 50 years of Southern Arizona Roadrunners with this free, retro-themed cross-country event. Run the 5K on scenic trails at Lincoln Regional Park, with a 1-mile race for kids. Dress in 70s gear for a fun, no-frills community run.

Join the 7th Annual AZ Walk of Courage at Rio Vista Park, supporting burn survivors through Changed by Fire. Choose from a 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile course on the paved New River trails. All participants receive a medal and shirt, with age group a..

A 304-mile point-to-point ultramarathon through Southern Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, featuring about 41,162 feet of elevation gain, 19 aid stations, extensive single-track, live tracking, and a 170 hour cutoff.

A point to point 50 kilometers from Lake Pleasant to Crown King, climbing from desert to pine and gaining about 6,800 feet. The course features five aid stations, a cupless policy, no on course crews or pacers, and shuttle service when avai..

Run desert trails to a lighthouse on Lake Havasu. Choose from a half marathon, 13k, 7k, or kids 1k. The event includes finisher medals and a post-race recovery zone.