Trail Running calendar near Jerome 2025-2026

Tackle sun baked desert singletrack at the Cave Creek Thriller Trail Runs on Dec 20, 2025, with distances from 5K to a challenging 50K linking two parks. Expect rugged, hilly terrain, aid stations, cupless racing and scenic desert views.

Prickly Pedal invites riders and runners to explore the scenic Maricopa Trail between Cave Creek and Lake Pleasant with 36 mile and 15 mile mountain bike routes and a 10 mile trail run. Proceeds benefit Maricopa Trail and Park Foundation.

Take on rugged desert singletrack around Cave Creek Regional Park at Elephant Mountain Trail Runs. From 6K to 50 Mile, enjoy challenging terrain, scenic views and finisher awards that celebrate every finish.

Run point to point along the scenic Black Canyon National Recreation Trail near Mayer, AZ with 100K and 50K options. Rugged singletrack and jeep roads plus stocked aid stations, and the 100K is a Western States 100 qualifier.

Take on Skull Krusher 50K, a rugged trail around Skull Mesa in Cave Creek, Arizona, with steep climbs and desert views. Rocky, largely self supported course with limited markings and one aid station makes this a true endurance test.

Preview the remote first 37 miles of the Cocodona course from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King on April 4, 2026. Shuttle service, two aid stations and drop bag support help you rehearse race day for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100.

Experience desert singletrack around Lake Pleasant with distances from 2 miles to 40K, many routes crossing the New Waddell Dam. Enjoy saguaros, Yavapai Point views and a Pipeline Cove crossing by guided raft or flotation.

Run scenic trails around Prescott from a 10K to a 92K ultra, finishing at Watson Lake with the Granite Dells as your backdrop. Expect single track, gravel and rocky scrambles through pine, juniper and desert terrain.

Run the VUE in Sedona for a day of single track trails, slick rock plateaus and iconic red rock views, with distances from a 4 mile fun run to a 50 mile ultra. Expect aid stations, finisher swag and festival vibes at the finish.

Test your endurance on the rugged Highline Trail at the 36th Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs, offering 50 mile and 50K options through singletrack, stream crossings, and sweeping Mogollon Rim views. Start and finish at Mountain Meadow Ranch n..

Hells Dells 50k on April 25, 2026 in Prescott, Arizona is a rugged, self guided 30 mile loop around Watson Lake with 3,300 feet of climb on technical granite trails. Limited aid and GPS navigation make this a low key, adventurous race.

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.

Bradshaw Brute is a rugged point to point 100 mile race through the Bradshaw Mountains near Prescott, AZ. Expect technical trails, big climbing and self navigation. Entry requires a prior qualifying finish and no pacers or crew.

Mingus Traverse is a rugged point to point trail run from Prescott to Sedona in early May, about 79 miles through pine forest, high desert and iconic red rock scenery. Expect big climbs, varied single track and supportive aid stations.

Run about 125 miles from Jerome to Flagstaff through Sedona red rock canyons and the Coconino National Forest on mostly single track trails. Expect epic scenery, a generous time limit, and staffed aid stations with vegan options.

Tackle the Flagstaff Crest, a scenic 39 mile point to point trail race linking urban paths and high country single track around Flagstaff. Expect high elevation, varied terrain, four aid stations and a 27 hour cutoff as part of Cocodona wee..

Join the 5th annual Taco 'Bout Fun Run on May 16 at Buffalo Park in Flagstaff for chip timed 10K and 5K trail races or a family 1 mile stroll. Run through Ponderosa pines, enjoy the kids churro chase, and support Hope Pregnancy Center.

Run or ruck 5K or 10K on scenic Black Canyon Trails at the Memorial Day Flag Run in Black Canyon City on May 23. Cupless and supported by U.S. Marine veterans, the event benefits Anthem Daisy Mountain Veterans and honors service.

Blackout Night Runs lights up Fort Tuthill County Park in Flagstaff with moonlit trail loops through ponderosa pines, offering 27K, 13K and 6K options. Expect narrow single track, forest views, finishers medals and a memorable night run.

Experience scenic single track through ponderosa pine forest above 7,000 feet at Fort Tuthill County Park, with mesa views and varied trail terrain. Distances from 6K to 50K welcome beginners to ultrarunners.