Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2026-2027

Join the inaugural Scarface Mountain Trail Run at Usery Mountain Park on Jan 3, 2026 for scenic desert trails. Choose 10 km, 5 km or 1 mile, get a race shirt and finisher pint, and support local charities.

Take on the classic Christiansen Trail Run on January 3, 2026 in Phoenix Mountain Preserve, a rugged 14 mile single track through steep climbs and rocky terrain. Aid stations, a technical running shirt and awards await finishers.

Kick off 2026 at Boyd Ranch in Wickenburg with the New Year Burro Bash, offering 5k and 10k races for burro teams or solo runners. Expect camping, a costume contest, weekend activities, and an obstacle course.

Run the San Tan Scramble on Jan 10, 2026 at San Tan Mountain Regional Park, with distances from a fun 5K and kids run up to a rugged 50K. Enjoy scenic single track, rocky climbs, aid stations and finisher awards.

Hit the desert trails at the Desert Runner Trail Series Spring Pass in Queen Creek on Jan 10, 2026, with race options from a mini lap to full trail distances. Scenic singletrack, a reusable cup program, and Series points make it perfect for..

Enjoy a free, non competitive run or walk through the desert at Saguaro National Park West on January 11, 2026. Choose a 4 mile route or a 1 mile fun run and soak up scenic dirt road views in a small field limited to 300.

Run desert trails at the Coldwater Rumble in Estrella Mountain Regional Park on January 17, 2026, with distances from 5 Mile to 100 Mile. Rugged singletrack, sandy washes and rocky climbs promise a true desert adventure and a finisher award..

Run the Desert Runner Trail Series across the Valley of the Sun with distances from 5K to 100 miles. Earn points at each race and aim for the Series Finale at White Tank Mountain in March. Series passes available for savings on entries.

Hit the trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills for the Pemberton Trail races, featuring scenic desert terrain and rolling hills. Choose 25K or 50K and race for overall and masters awards with course support on hand.

Inaugural Empire Ranch Trail Run in Sonoita features 10K, 5K and family miles across scenic ranch trails. Limited to 500, this fundraiser mixes rolling dirt trails, ranch demos and post race treats to support the Empire Ranch Foundation.

Tackle desert singletrack at the White Tank Throwdown in White Tank Mountain Regional Park, AZ, with challenging 30K and fun 10K options across sandy, scenic trails. Expect rugged terrain, aid stations and a true park adventure.

Join the Desert Classic on Saturday January 24, 2026 at Thunderbird Paseo Park in Glendale Arizona for a scenic half marathon or a fun 5K, both chip timed with custom finisher medals. Enjoy a well marked course and age group awards.

Arizona Rocks in Peoria on Jan 25, 2026 invites trail runners of all levels to tackle a half marathon, 10K, 5K or virtual option on scenic desert singletrack. Enjoy a custom medal and tri blend shirt, plenty of aid stations, and friendly ra..

Tackle rolling singletrack near Oracle, Arizona on the AZT Oracle Rumble, a scenic trail race through Oracle State Park and the Arizona Trail. Multiple distances from 5K to 50 miles, cupless and community driven to support trail stewardship..

Free community run and festival in Tempe on Jan 31, 2026, featuring a casual 5K on nearby trails followed by an expo of local brands, food, beer and prizes at Hundred Mile Brewing. Bring a cup or bottle for water refills.

Prickly Pedal at Lake Pleasant Regional Park offers multiple mountain bike distances on the Maricopa Trail and a scenic 10 mile out and back trail run with desert and lake views. Proceeds support the Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation.

Tackle a scenic 8 mile trail at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, starting and finishing at La Posta Quemada Ranch. Limited to 250 runners, this well marked single track race rewards every finisher with a medal and is perfect for trail shoe love..

Explore sun baked single track and rugged desert trails at Elephant Mountain Trail Runs in Cave Creek Regional Park on Feb 7 2026. Choose from six distances from 6K to 50 mile and enjoy stocked aid stations and chip timing.

Run the Stoneman Trail Run on February 7, 2026 near Fountain Hills at McDowell Mountain Regional Park. This daytime 14K offers fast, friendly singletrack and sweeping mountain views, perfect for trail runners of all levels.

Kick off your February with a weekend of trail running in scenic Patagonia, AZ, paired with on site camping and communal meals. Enjoy live music, food trucks and good company for a relaxed, music filled running getaway.