Trail Running calendar near Payson 2026-2027

Run a scenic point to point 50K from the Sonoran Desert to pine forests above Crown King, Arizona, with 6,800 feet of climbing and varied dirt and jeep trails. Enjoy aid stations, a one way shuttle and a post race barbecue with beer.

Train on the first 37 miles of the Cocodona course on April 4, 2026 in Black Canyon City, AZ, running from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King. Perfect prep for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100 with shuttle and aid support.

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.

Run scenic shoreline single track trails and cross the historic New Waddell Dam at Lake Pleasant Regional Park. Distances from 2 miles to 40K showcase desert and lake views with a unique raft or optional swim crossing on the 40K.

Run Prescott's Whiskey Basin Trail Runs around Watson Lake with the Granite Dells as a stunning finish backdrop. Multiple distances from 10K to 92K wind through pines, juniper, gravel and granite for all abilities.

Run Sedona's iconic red rock trails at the VUE on April 18, 2026, with distances from 4 to 50 miles across singletrack and slickrock. All runners get a tech shirt and finishers earn medals or buckles while supporting Arielle's Light.

Join the 36th Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs on April 18 near Payson, Arizona. Pick a 50 mile or 50K trail ultra along singletrack atop the Mogollon Rim with creek crossings and sweeping plateau views.

Night trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park on a 9 km loop offer multiple distances from 6K to 54K, with aid stations, live tracking and loop-based course support.

Run a scenic but rugged 50k around Prescott's Watson Lake through the granite Dells, featuring slick rock and sun soaked exposed sections. Low support race with two aid stations, so come prepared and enjoy sweeping lake views.

Point to point ultramarathon from Black Canyon City to Flagstaff listed at about 256.6 miles with 40,667 feet of ascent and 21 aid stations. Shorter 125, 100, 80 and 40 mile options follow sections of the same route.

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.

Run the stunning Mingus Traverse, a point to point 79 mile trail from Prescott to Sedona that threads single track, historic towns and red rock vistas. Expect over 10,000 feet of climbing, remote aid support and a generous 44.75 hour cutoff..

Run Sedona Canyons 125, a point to point ultramarathon through red rock country from Jerome to Flagstaff. Cover 125 miles of mostly single track trail and Arizona Trail scenery for a true backcountry adventure May 6 to 9 2026.

Run the Flagstaff Crest 39, a scenic 39 mile point to point trail in May from Fort Tuthill to downtown Flagstaff as part of Cocodona week. Single track pine forest, high desert views and roughly 3,000 to 4,000 feet of climbing make for a bo..

Join the 5th annual Taco 'Bout Fun Run on May 16 in Flagstaff's scenic Buffalo Park for chip timed 10K and 5K trail races through Ponderosa forest. Family friendly events include a stroller friendly mile and a free Churro Chase for kids.

Join the Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run on May 16 for a compassionate community run that honors varied grief journeys. Enjoy reflection at the Wall to Remember, bubbles, music and family fun while you support Chasing the Rainbows.

Join the Memorial Day Flag Run in Black Canyon City May 23 to honor fallen heroes by carrying an American flag during a scenic 5K or 10K run or ruck on the Black Canyon Trails. Proceeds support local veterans and families.

Run under the stars at Adrenaline Night Runs in McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Multiple distances from 6K to 50K wind over rolling desert single track with scenic ridge views and fully stocked aid stations.

Free and limited to 50 runners, Pi in the Sky is an 8 mile out and back trail through Phoenix Mountain Preserves that passes Piestewa Peak. Expect rocky, technical trails and warm early June conditions.

Run under the stars at Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff with three trail distances through high ponderosa pines and mesa top views. Enjoy aid stations, finisher medals, limited tent camping and live split tracking for a memorable nighttime trail e..