Trail Running calendar near Payson 2025-2026

We have found 51 Trailruns within 80 miles of Payson. See below where and when you can find the races.

Run moonlit single track trails in McDowell Mountain Regional Park at Adrenaline Night Runs, part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. Distances from 6K to 50K, stocked aid stations, timing and finisher awards under the stars.

June 2026

Pi in the Sky is a casual, self supported 8 mile out and back trail run in Phoenix to Piestewa Peak, limited to 50 runners and free to enter. Expect rocky, exposed terrain and warm early June conditions so come prepared.

Experience a night trail run through ponderosa forest above 7,000 feet at Fort Tuthill with 6K, 13K or 27K options winding to a mesa with sweeping mountain views. Expect aid stations, a finisher medal and memorable single track trails.

Choose a 6K, 13K, 27K or epic 50K through ponderosa pine at Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff on June 20, 2026, with high elevation trails and single track views. Enjoy stocked aid stations, chip timing and festival style tent camping.

July 2026

Run under the stars at Stunner Night Runs in Usery Mountain Park with 6K to 50K options on flat fast desert trails through scenic cholla. Nighttime energy and looped aid stations make it perfect for trail fans.

August 2026

Run under the stars on rugged Sonoran trails at White Tank Mountain Park. Distances range from a beginner friendly 6K to a challenging 52K loop with steep climbs, swooping turns and technical descents.

September 2026

Tackle the rugged Mogollon Rim near Pine AZ on September 12 to 13, 2026 with a point to point 100 mile ultramarathon or an epic 42K. High altitude singletrack, steep climbs and big skies make this a classic Arizona trail challenge.

Run under the stars at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in the final Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, with distances from a quick 7K to an epic 75K. Enjoy desert singletrack, glowing course markers, and a festive aid station atmosphere.

Run or ride the historic Stagecoach Line from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon on September 19 and 20, 2026. Choices range from 55K and 100 mile runs to a 100 mile mountain bike and relays for epic endurance and spectacular canyon views.

October 2026

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail run at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills AZ, featuring 100 mile, 100K and 31K options. Enjoy desert singletrack, scenic views and a Western States qualifier with Golden Ti..

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail run at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills AZ, featuring 100 mile, 100K and 31K options. Enjoy desert singletrack, scenic views and a Western States qualifier with Golden Ti..