Trail Running calendar near Queen Creek 2026-2027

Embrace your inner hero at the SuperHeroes Run in Phoenix's Papago Park. Choose from 5K, 10K, or half-marathon distances in a supportive, timed-optional group setting. All participants receive a medal, shirt, and more, with a charity donati..

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs challenge participants on the rugged desert trails of Arizona's White Tank Mountains. Choose from distances ranging from an 8K to a demanding 50 miler that includes technical rock scrambling. The event also fe..

A community 5K in Phoenix on March 14, 2026 with a family race and a virtual option that supports people experiencing homelessness, funding housing, food assistance, crisis intervention and other social services.

Skull Krusher 50k The Skull Krusher 50k is a 50-kilometer trail run that takes place on trails in the Cave Creek and Tonto National Forest, leading up to Skull Mesa. The course has roughly 5,000+ feet of elevation gain and loss. It is descr..

Fixed-time trail runs in Glendale, AZ on March 21, 2026 offering 3-hour and 6-hour options on a well groomed 2 km loop of single and double track. A central aid station provides water, snacks and basic first aid; no cups provided.

Celebrate 50 years of Southern Arizona Roadrunners with this free, retro-themed cross-country event. Run the 5K on scenic trails at Lincoln Regional Park, with a 1-mile race for kids. Dress in 70s gear for a fun, no-frills community run.

Join the 7th Annual AZ Walk of Courage at Rio Vista Park, supporting burn survivors through Changed by Fire. Choose from a 10K, 5K, or 1 Mile course on the paved New River trails. All participants receive a medal and shirt, with age group a..

The Crown King Scramble is a classic 50K point-to-point trail race from Lake Pleasant to the historic Crown King Saloon. Runners climb nearly 7,000 feet through desert and mountain terrain on a mix of dirt roads and jeep trails. The finish..

Experience the desert landscape of Tucson at the Catalina State Park trail races featuring a Half Marathon and 5.3 mile course including a Mexican breakfast.

This training run covers the tough, remote first 37 miles of the Cocodona course from Black Canyon City to Crown King. Shuttles, aid stations, and drop bag transport are provided as a logistical preview for race day.

Onyx is a points-based trail adventure at McDowell Mountain Park. Choose from five trails, carry flags or sandbags, and race against the clock in a 4-hour or 8-hour format. Strategy is key in this unique event that includes aid stations and..

This iconic Southern Arizona run takes place in the scenic Sabino Canyon within the Coronado National Forest. Choose between a 7.4-mile race with a strict pace requirement or a 2-mile fun run and walk. All participants get a race shirt and..

A two day trail and MTB event at Tortolita Preserve in Marana on April 11 and April 12, 2026 featuring a half marathon, a 7.7 mile trail loop, and 10 and 20 mile bike races with aid stations and finisher medals.

Race Overview The Desert Peak Ultra takes place near Oracle, Arizona, close to Tucson. The event offers three race options: 100K, 50K, and a Summit Challenge combining both distances over two days. The races are scheduled for April 11–12, 2..

This April trail run at Lake Pleasant Regional Park features a dash across the iconic Waddell Dam. Choose from distances ranging from 2 miles to 40K on scenic desert single-track. Post race, enjoy a charity beer garden and finisher awards.

The 36th annual Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs feature 50 mile and 50K races on the Highline Trail. Both courses are about 90% single track and start at Mountain Meadows Ranch. Prepare for significant elevation gain on these classic Arizona..

Run the desert trails of San Tan Mountain Park after dark. Choose from five distances on a 9 km loop course, from a 6K to a 54K ultra. It's the first race in the six event Insomniac Night Trail Run Series.

The Pine Trail Run offers 6K, 10-mile, and 50K trail runs along the scenic Mogollon Rim in Pine, Arizona. This non-profit event supports local fuel reduction efforts and is capped at 100 runners per distance. A shuttle service and camping o..

The Cocodona 250 is a multi-distance ultramarathon traversing Arizona's iconic landscapes. Runners journey from desert to pine forests, linking historic towns on a point-to-point adventure. The event offers full support with aid stations al..

The Bradshaw Brute 100 will take place in Black Canyon City on Monday 4 May 2026. You can run 101 miles.