Trail Running calendar near Phoenix 2025-2026

Scarface Mountain Trail Run, from 4 Peaks Racing, features 10k, 5k (3.35 miles), and a 1-mile fun run at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, AZ. The course runs under Pass Mountain (Scarface Mountain) on the Blevins Trail through desert trails, with a Wild West Arizona theme. The event donates 100..

Desert Runner Trail Series, staged by Aravaipa Running, centers around Phoenix with Queen Creek, AZ as a hub and other valley locations. The Spring Pass offers four core tiers: Hummingbird Mini (5K), Quail Short, Roadrunner Middle, and Owl Trail, plus Hawk Ultra distances (50K–60K) on select courses..

The San Tan Scramble is a trail running event on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. Distances offered include: 50K 26K 17K 9K 5K Kids Run The race is the fourth event in the Desert Runner Trail Series and scores points in series divisions: the 9K..

The Coldwater Rumble Trail Runs take place Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Estrella Mountain Regional Park, Goodyear, AZ. It is part of the Aravaipa Running Desert Runner Trail Series and awards series points. Distances offered include: 100 Miles 100 Kilometers 60 Kilometers 40 Kilometers 10 Miles 5..

The Saguaro Showdown is a unique backyard ultra event held at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, Arizona. It features two races: a running event with 4.1667-mile laps and a rucking event with 2.3-mile laps. The race follows a last-person-standing format where participants must complete each lap w..

The Pemberton Trail race, held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona, offers 50K and 25K trail runs through scenic desert terrain with gently rolling hills. Known for its fast course, it has seen record-breaking performances, including a 50K record set in 2020. The trail is..

Arizona Rocks! Half Marathon - 10K - 5K Trail Run is a StartLine Racing event at Paloma Community Park on North Lake Pleasant Parkway in Peoria, Arizona. The race offers three trail distances—half marathon, 10K, and 5K—with a virtual option for remote runners. Designed for both seasoned trail runner..

Prickly Pedal takes place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, on the Maricopa Trail and Lake Pleasant Regional Park area in Arizona. The event offers three distances: 36 Mile (mountain bike) 15 Mile (mountain bike) 10 Mile (trail run) Proceeds support the Maricopa Trail & Park Foundation, a nonprofi..

The Stoneman Trail Run is a scenic 14K (8.6 miles) trail race held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Known for its fast and friendly trails, the event offers runners beautiful mountain views in a daytime setting. It is part of the McDowell Mountain Cup Series as the se..

Elephant Mountain Trail Runs take place at Cave Creek Regional Park, Cave Creek, AZ, on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event offers the following distances: 50 Mile 50K 35K 22K 12K 6K Courses use single track trails and dirt roads in Cave Creek Regional Park, the Maricopa Trail, Tonto National F..

The Black Canyon Ultras are point-to-point trail ultras on the Black Canyon National Recreation Trail near Mayer and New River, Arizona. Distances offered: 100K 50K The event is organized by Aravaipa Running and lists HOKA among partners. The 100K is a Western States 100 qualifier requiring compl..

The Lost Dutchman Marathon, held in Apache Junction, Arizona over President’s Day weekend, offers four races: Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, and an 8K Trail Run. The marathon features a scenic, rolling, point-to-point USATF-certified course (AZ23001JOE) that qualifies as a Boston Marathon qualifier...

The Copper Corridor Trail Runs take place in Superior, Arizona on February 28, 2026. Distances offered: 50K 31K 17K 12K The start and finish for the 50K, 31K, and 17K is in downtown Superior (165 Main Street). The 12K starts and finishes at the Superior Public Pool (234 S. Golf Course Road). The..

The Snakebite is a scenic trail running event held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Offering 10K and 20K distances, the course features gently rolling hills and is approximately 95% on trails, providing a fast yet enjoyable desert running experience. Participants can..

The The Best Races - Maryvale Village will take place in Maryvale Village on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 kilometers.

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs take place Saturday, March 14, 2026, at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, AZ. The event offers the following distances: 50 Mile 50K 30K Half Marathon 8K Kid's Fun Run (about 1.5 miles) The event is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series and awards points..

TPK Endurance is a two-person, non-stop endurance race held near Phoenix, Arizona (McDowell area). Teams have 30 hours to complete an unknown distance, with the starting point revealed 30 days prior. The course uses natural terrain and features a variety of tasks—skill challenges, puzzles, problem s..

The Crown King Scramble is a point-to-point trail footrace on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from Lake Pleasant Regional Park to Crown King, Arizona. The event distance is 50 kilometers (31.1 miles). The race has a total elevation gain of about 6,828 feet and reaches elevations above 6,500 feet. The eve..

The Dam Good Run is scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown, AZ. The event offers multiple distances and is presented as part of the Desert Runner Trail Series. Registration closes Monday, April 6 at 11:59 PM MT. Distances 40K 26K 13K 4 Mile 2 Mile All d..

Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs is a 36th‑annual trail ultramarathon held in Christopher Creek, Arizona (near Payson). The event offers two distances: 50 miles and 50K, both starting and finishing at Mountain Meadow Ranch. Runners traverse maintained sections of the Highline Trail, with Hell’s Gate bu..