Trail Running calendar near Apache Junction 2025-2026

Punisher Night Trail at Usery Mountain Regional Park invites night runners to tackle 5K, 10K, 20K or 30K on runnable looped trails with some rollers and rocky sections. Run both this and Pass Mountain the same day to earn a Double Down meda..

Challenge desert trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa with Pass Mountain Trail Runs on November 8, 2025. Multiple distances from 5K to 50 Mile wind through scenic single track, rocky sections, and Cholla forests for all levels.

Explore the Desert Runner Trail Series across Maricopa County parks, Oct 2025 to Mar 2026, earning points at each race toward the Finale at White Tank Mountain. Distances span short trail runs to multi day ultras with series pass options.

PhoMo 50K is a rugged 50K trail ultramarathon in the Phoenix Mountain Preserves with technical singletrack and about 6,000 feet of climbing. Field capped at 50 runners, crew access at trailheads, and entrants receive event swag.

Push your limits at the Fat Ox Endurance Runs in Goodyear AZ with timed events from six to 48 hours and fixed distance 50K to 100 miles. Run a fast certified loop and compete for USATF 24 hour championship prizes.

Event overview Trail Blazer 10K - 5K is a trail running event organized by StartLine Racing on November 23, 2025, at Paloma Community Park in Peoria, AZ. The event is the second annual edition and uses the park's trail system. Runners may e..

McDowell Mountain Frenzy on Dec 6, 2025 in Fountain Hills, AZ offers 5 to 50 mile trail distances over scenic desert singletrack. Well marked courses, aid stations, live timing and camping make it a welcoming winter trail challenge.

Run under the stars at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with 25K, 10 mile and 5 mile options on winding single track desert trails. Enjoy well stocked aid, camping and the chance to earn a Double Down medal when paired with the day race.

#RUNMARANA Dirt Dash at Wild Burro takes place at the Wild Burro Trailhead in Tortolita Mountain Park, Marana, Arizona (14810 N. Secret Springs). The event offers a Half Marathon (13.1 miles) and a 6-mile option.The course starts with a fla..

Bring your pup for a fun 5K hike or run around Papago Park and support Home Fur Good, a no kill shelter. Enjoy a scenic loop, swag for paid entrants, and a portion of registration donated to help local dogs.

Hit desert singletrack at the Cave Creek Thriller on December 20, 2025, with routes from 5K to a rugged 50K through scenic park trails. Limited to 500 runners, this Desert Runner Trail Series opener offers aid stations and finisher awards.

Estrella Mountain Trail Fest offers scenic mountain trails with a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a 10K/5K Challenge. Races start and finish at Desert Rose Trail Head and finishers enjoy music, refreshments and a VIP area.

Take on Desert Solstice in Phoenix on December 20, 2025, a 24 hour track endurance meet with 100 mile, 100k and 50 mile ultra options on a certified 400 meter track. Electronic lap timing and shifting directions keep every hour fresh.

Across The Years is a multi day running festival in Peoria Arizona, Dec 28 to Jan 3 2026, offering timed events from 6 hour to 6 day plus single distance races. Run looped laps with live split tracking, on site camping and 24 hour aid stati..

Inaugural Scarface Mountain Trail Run invites runners to take on 10K, 5K and 1 mile courses beneath scenic Scarface Mountain at Usery Mountain Regional Park on Jan 3, 2026. Registration supports local charities and every finisher gets a com..

Hit the scenic desert trails in Queen Creek, AZ on January 10, 2026 with the Desert Runner Trail Series Spring Pass and race options from Mini to Ultra. Pick your distance, earn series points and enjoy cupless racing with reusable cups avai..

Run scenic single track through Saguaros and desert valleys at San Tan Mountain Regional Park, with rocky climbs and sandy washes for a true desert trail challenge. Distances range from 5K to 50K with aid stations and a lively trail vibe.

Run desert trails in the foothills of the Sierra Estrella at the Coldwater Rumble in Goodyear, Arizona. Distances from 5 to 100 miles, finisher awards and series points await, with 100 mile finishers earning a buckle.

Event details The Pemberton Trail races take place on January 24, 2026, at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. The event offers trail races at these distances: 50K 25K The 50K has an 8-hour time limit. Awards are..

Event details Saguaro Showdown is a backyard ultra-style run and ruck event at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, AZ. There are separate running and rucking races; participants may enter only one. Race swag includes an event T-shirt and..