Trail Running calendar near Maricopa County 2026-2027

Skull Krusher 50k The Skull Krusher 50k is a 50-kilometer trail run that takes place on trails in the Cave Creek and Tonto National Forest, leading up to Skull Mesa. The course has roughly 5,000+ feet of elevation gain and loss. It is descr..

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..

Experience a 50 kilometer point to point footrace from the desert shores of Lake Pleasant to the cool pines of Crown King. This classic route climbs over 6,000 feet through diverse Arizona climate zones.

Experience the first 37 miles of the Cocodona 250 course during this supported training run. Participants benefit from aid stations, shuttles, and drop bag transport through a remote section of the Arizona desert.

This April trail run at Lake Pleasant Regional Park features a dash across the iconic Waddell Dam. Choose from distances ranging from 2 miles to 40K on scenic desert single-track. Post race, enjoy a charity beer garden and finisher awards.

Run the desert trails of San Tan Mountain Park after dark. Choose from five distances on a 9 km loop course, from a 6K to a 54K ultra. It's the first race in the six event Insomniac Night Trail Run Series.

Experience the desert after dark with this six race night trail series in Maricopa County. Choose from various distances ranging from 5 km to 75 km for a unique seasonal running challenge under the stars.

Experience an epic journey across Arizona’s most iconic landscapes from the Sonoran Desert to the pine forests of Flagstaff. This point to point ultramarathon offers multiple distances through historic mining towns and red rock canyons.

Join this meaningful 5K walk and run at Gilbert Regional Park to support families grieving pregnancy and infant loss. Enjoy a day of community with live music, food trucks, and a touching tribute wall.

Experience a messy and exciting obstacle course at the Phoenix Raceway. Run, crawl, and slide through up to 3 miles of mud with friends and family in this outdoor adventure.

Honor fallen service members at this patriotic trail event in Black Canyon City featuring 5K and 10K options. Run or ruck the scenic out and back course while proudly carrying the American flag.

Adrenaline Night Runs is a nocturnal trail race in Arizona's McDowell Mountain Park. Runners can choose from five distances on desert single-track as part of a six-race summer series. The event also features a unique combo with a cycling ev..

Pi in the Sky is a free trail run in Phoenix, Arizona. The 8-mile course summits Piestewa Peak on rocky, technical trails with minimal shade. Limited to 50 runners, the event offers minimal support and manual timing.

Run the desert trails at night in Arizona's Estrella Mountain Park. Choose from five distances, from a 6K to a 52K, as part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. This event features multiple flowy loops for a unique after-dark experience..

Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 4 mile trail run through White Tank Regional Park. Experience mountain views and climb toward the top of the park to earn a finisher medal and T-shirt at this cup-less green event.

Run under the stars at Usery Mountain Regional Park. Choose from four distances on a flat, fast course through the desert trails. This event is part of the summer Insomniac Night Trail Run Series.

Experience desert trail running under the stars at the Javelina Jangover Night Runs. This event is the finale of the Summer Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, offering distances from 7K to 75K at McDowell Mountain Regional Park.

Run under the stars at the Thrasher Night Trail in Cave Creek Regional Park. Choose from 5K to 33K distances on rolling desert single-track. It's the first of three night races in the series, held before the Cave Creek Thriller.

Event Overview The Cave Creek Thriller is a trail running event held in Cave Creek, Arizona. The event offers four different distances: 50K, 24K, 11K, and 5K. The 50K and 24K courses are point-to-point races that explore the Maricopa Trail..

Experience a unique clothing optional 5k trail run through the desert landscape of Shangri La Ranch. Enjoy a route featuring hiking trails and dry washes followed by full access to ranch amenities like pools and a clubhouse.