Trail Running calendar near Payson 2026-2027

Experience the starry skies of Northern Arizona at this night trail race through the Ponderosa pines of Flagstaff. Choose between three distances at 7,000 feet elevation and enjoy a well stocked aid station and custom finisher medal.

Explore high-altitude trails above 7,000 feet at Fort Tuthill County Park. Choose from four distances, with the 50K venturing to Rogers Lake. On-site camping and an adventure course add to the weekend.

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.

This 50k trail run takes you through the Sierra Prieta mountains near Prescott, Arizona. It is scheduled for a late summer date in August 2026.

Experience a rugged trail event through Arizona Ponderosa Pine forests and the high Sonoran Desert. Tackle the technical Mogollon Rim in a demanding 100 mile qualifier or a scenic 42K race.

Event Overview Groovin' in the Aspens is a trail running event offering five distances: 6K, 10K, 20K, 30K, and 50K. It takes place on September 13, 2026, at the Fort Valley Trailhead in Flagstaff, Arizona. The race was formerly known as Gas..

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.

A multi-event endurance weekend on the Arizona Trail from Flagstaff toward the Grand Canyon on September 19-20, 2026, featuring 100 mile and 55K runs, a 100 mile mountain bike race, and relay options.

Distances The event includes multiple race distances over the weekend of September 25-27, 2026. Friday, September 25: Hill Climb Saturday, September 26: 50 Miler, 50K, 6-hour fixed-time event, 12-hour fixed-time event, 26K, 11K, 5K Sunday,..

This unique "last person standing" race in Arizona features 4.167-mile loops run every hour. Runners must finish each lap within 60 minutes to continue. The event goes on until only one participant remains.

Experience an off road trail race through the Coconino National Forest at high altitude. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, or 10k while supporting local college cross country programs in the Arizona Nordic Village.

The Saddles 100 is a loop trail event in Prescott, Arizona, offering 50-mile and 100-mile distances. For 2026, the course direction is clockwise. The 50-mile route does not include the dells section.

Experience the beauty of Kaibab National Forest with this charitable mountain trail race benefiting youth mentoring programs. Choose from 10K, 18K, or 30K distances in a limited field event hosted by the Northern Arizona Trail Runners.

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.

The Elden Ridge Run is a half marathon trail race in Flagstaff, Arizona, with a climb to the summit of Mt. Elden for panoramic views. The course includes technical descents and has strict time cutoffs. Limited parking encourages carpooling..

Trail Running Escapes stages fall trail races in Sedona on October 17, 2026, with a Mountain Marathon, 20 Miler, 10 Miler and a 2.5 Miler. Point to point courses use shuttles and the finish area includes vendors, a race shirt and medal.

Experience the beauty of the Sonoran Desert at the Cave Creek Thriller. Choose from four distances, including a 50 km point to point ultra connecting two regional parks along the scenic 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.

Man Against Horse is a unique endurance race in Arizona where runners and riders compete over 50-mile, 25-mile, and half marathon courses. The event, born from a 1983 bar bet, includes a banquet and supports local charities. It features a c..