Trail Running calendar near Buckeye 2025-2026

Free community running festival in Tempe with a casual 5K on local trails and split pace group runs for all abilities. Browse an expo of local brands, win raffle prizes and enjoy food and drinks while connecting with run clubs and race dire..

Prickly Pedal on Feb 1, 2026 offers point to point 36 and 15 mile mountain bike routes on the Maricopa Trail plus a scenic 10 mile out and back run at Lake Pleasant. Proceeds benefit the Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation.

Event information The Stoneman Trail Run is a daytime trail race held in McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. The course is described as fast, friendly trails with mountain views. The main distance is 14K (approxima..

Enjoy rugged Sonoran Desert single track at Elephant Mountain Trail Runs in Cave Creek, AZ on Feb 7, 2026. Multiple distances from 6K to 50 mile offer something for every trail runner, with aid stations, chip timing and finisher awards.

Tackle rugged singletrack and jeep roads on the Black Canyon National Recreation Trail with point to point 100K and 50K races in Arizona, featuring creek crossings and remote aid stations. The 100K doubles as a Western States 100 qualifier..

Run scenic winter courses near the Lost Dutchman Mine and Superstition Mountains in Apache Junction, Arizona. Choose marathon, half, 10K, 8K trail or fun run; the USATF certified marathon is a Boston qualifier and benefits local youth.

Choose 10K or 20K on mostly trail terrain at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on March 1, 2026, with gently rolling hills and enthusiastic volunteers. Snakebite wraps up the McDowell Mountain Cup series in a fun, scenic finale.

The The Best Races - Maryvale Village will take place in Maryvale Village on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 kilometers.

Tackle rugged desert single track at Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs in White Tank Mountain Regional Park, with distances from 8K to 50 Mile and awards for top finishers. Rocky scrambles and big climbs promise an epic day on the trails.

Tackle the Skull Krusher 50K in Cave Creek AZ, a rugged trail run with roughly 5,000 feet of climbing and scenic Skull Mesa views. Mostly self supported with one aid station and GPX navigation, this race rewards grit and adventure.

TPK Endurance is a two person team race near Phoenix where pairs have 30 hours to tackle unknown terrain and surprise skill and strength challenges. Nonstop navigation, puzzles and rugged conditions test teamwork and grit.

Challenge yourself with a 50 kilometer point to point from desert into the Bradshaw Mountains, climbing about 6,800 feet over forest roads and rough 4x4 tracks. Finish at the Crown King Saloon with post race barbecue and a finisher award.

Run the Dam Good Run at Lake Pleasant near Morristown, AZ with distances from 2 miles to a rugged 40K. Most courses cross New Waddell Dam and offer desert single track, shoreline views and a raft or brief assisted crossing on the 40K.

Run under the stars at Sinister Night Runs in San Tan Park this April, choosing from multiple looped distances on mostly runnable trails with a few rollers. Enjoy aid stations, chip timing and finisher gear.

The Bradshaw Brute is a rugged 100 mile point to point ultramarathon on Arizona's Cocodona route from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott. Technical trails, big climbs and remote terrain make it a true test for qualified runners.

Cocodona is a multi distance trail series across Arizona in early May 2026, with races from 39 to 250 miles finishing in downtown Flagstaff. Expect rugged single track and high country views with full aid and pacer options for longer races.

Honor Memorial Day with a trail run or ruck on the Black Canyon Trails, choose 5K or 10K and carry a 35 lb pack or go light. Carry a flag, bring your own hydration for this cupless event and support Anthem Daisy Mountain Veterans.

Run under the stars on Sonoran Desert singletrack at McDowell Mountain Park, with distances from 6K to 50K to suit every trail racer. Part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, it offers a series pass and a double down option.

Run laps around a century old manor at Hotfoot Hamster, a friendly fixed time ultrarun with 6, 12 and 24 hour options on a flat 500 meter gravel loop. Enjoy live timing, onsite aid and a unique rural Arizona atmosphere.

Pi in the Sky is a casual, self supported 8 mile out and back trail run in Phoenix to Piestewa Peak, limited to 50 runners and free to enter. Expect rocky, exposed terrain and warm early June conditions so come prepared.