Trail Running calendar near Maricopa County 2025-2026

Join the 5K 4 Hope & Hunger Relief in Phoenix for an in person Streets of Destiny 5K or a virtual 5K, raising funds for programs serving people facing homelessness and food insecurity. Paved, stroller and wheelchair friendly route with a po..

Tackle rugged desert singletrack and climb to the rim of Skull Mesa at this challenging 50k in Tonto National Forest. With limited entries and light support, the Skull Krusher is perfect for experienced trail runners seeking a remote advent..

Run the Crown King Scramble, a point to point 50 kilometer trail from Lake Pleasant into the Bradshaw Mountains with big climbs and sweeping views. Remote aid stations, a cupless policy, and shuttle service make for a rugged, rewarding day.

April 4, 2026: run 37 miles of the Cocodona course from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King in Black Canyon City AZ. Shuttle, two aid stations and drop bag service provided; ideal preview for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100 runners.

Onyx at McDowell Mountain Park is a 4 hour and 8 hour points race where laps on five trails earn flags or sandbags for extra points. Enjoy aid stations, a recovery tent, free photos and finisher swag in a scenic desert setting.

Dam Good Run at Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown Arizona on April 12, 2026 invites trail runners of all levels with distances from 2 miles to 40K. Expect scenic shoreline trails, dam crossings, rocky climbs and lake views.

Run under the stars on San Tan Mountain’s single 9 km loop at Sinister Night Runs, part of the 2026 Insomniac Night Series. Choose distances from 6K to 54K on scenic desert trails with stocked aid stations and a lively nocturnal vibe.

Cocodona is a multi day trail series in Arizona, May 4 to 9, featuring distances from 40 miles to an epic 250 miles. Routes cross desert and pine country through Sedona, Flagstaff and other towns, with stunning scenery and reliable aid.

Bradshaw Brute is a 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across Arizona from Black Canyon City to Prescott. Rugged trails, creek crossings and about 20,000 feet of climbing await and a prior qualifying finish is required.

Honor Memorial Day at the Flag Run in Black Canyon City on May 23, 2026, with 5K and 10K run and ruck options on scenic trails. Proceeds support Anthem Daisy Mountain Veterans and water stations are staffed by US Marine vets.

Night trail runs at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on May 23 offer distances from 6K to 50K. Enjoy rolling single track, stocked aid, live timing and crew support for ultras; this is a cupless event so bring a reusable cup.

Join Pi in the Sky, an 8 mile out and back trail FAT ASS in Phoenix that climbs Piestewa Peak and follows the Dreamy Draw bikeway for great views. Entry is free but limited to 50 runners and trails are rocky and exposed so bring water.

Run under the stars at Hypnosis Night Runs, a desert singletrack night trail event in Estrella Mountain Regional Park on June 13, 2026. Choose from 6K to 52K and enjoy saguaro scenery, aid stations, and a festive night race atmosphere.

Run under the stars at Usery Mountain Regional Park with the Stunner Night Runs, offering 50K, 25K, 12K and 6K on fast, well marked trails. Expect supportive aid stations, live split tracking and a festive finish atmosphere.

Run under the desert stars at Vertigo Night Runs in White Tank Mountain Park, with looped distances from 6K to 52K over a rugged, technical Sonoran track. Chip timing, live splits, finish photos and podium prizes add race day thrills.

Run under the stars at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills in the final Insomniac Night Trail Run Series event. Distances from 7K to 75K offer moonlit desert singletrack for casual runners and ultra seekers alike.

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Arizona, with 100 Mile, 100K and 31K options. Famous for costumes and the Jackass Night Trail, the 100 Mile is a Western States qualifier.

Run under the stars at Punisher Night Trail in Usery Mountain Regional Park, Mesa. Choose from 30K, 20K, 10K or 5K loops over runnable desert trails with aid stations and a lively start and finish area.

Run the desert trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, Arizona with distances from 5K to a challenging 50 mile race. Expect rugged single track, sandy washes and climbs to Pass Mountain for stunning desert views and true trail test.

Fat Ox Endurance Runs take place at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in late November 2025, offering timed events from 6 to 48 hours and distances up to 100 miles. The USATF 24 Hour Championship and prize purse headline this certified loop e..