Trail Running calendar near Queen Creek 2025-2026

Explore Catalina State Park on April 4 2026 with a challenging half marathon or a scenic 5.3 mile run or walk along the park trails. Chip timing, awards, shirts, pro photos and a Mexican breakfast make for a festive finish.

Tackle rugged singletrack, sweeping desert views and high country pine at Desert Peak Ultra in Oracle, Arizona on April 11, 2026. Choose 50K, 100K or the Summit Challenge pairing both days for roughly 100 miles and two Mt Lemmon summits.

Hit the trails at Tortolita Preserve on April 11 and 12 for the third annual Tortolita Traverse, with a half marathon and 7.7 mile trail loop plus 10 mile and 20 mile mountain bike races. Medals, live results and fun challenges await.

Run Sabino Canyon at sunset on April 11, 2026 with a scenic 7.4 Mile challenge or a family friendly 2 Mile Fun Run and Walk. Limited entries, finisher medals, food and music at the finish make for a memorable desert evening.

Run the Dam Good Run at Lake Pleasant near Morristown, AZ with distances from 2 miles to a rugged 40K. Most courses cross New Waddell Dam and offer desert single track, shoreline views and a raft or brief assisted crossing on the 40K.

Join the 36th Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs on April 18, 2026 near Payson Arizona, starting at Mountain Meadow Ranch. Choose 50 mile or 50K on mostly singletrack with big climbs, stream crossings, and rim views.

Run under the stars at Sinister Night Runs in San Tan Park this April, choosing from multiple looped distances on mostly runnable trails with a few rollers. Enjoy aid stations, chip timing and finisher gear.

The Bradshaw Brute is a rugged 100 mile point to point ultramarathon on Arizona's Cocodona route from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott. Technical trails, big climbs and remote terrain make it a true test for qualified runners.

Cocodona is a multi distance trail series across Arizona in early May 2026, with races from 39 to 250 miles finishing in downtown Flagstaff. Expect rugged single track and high country views with full aid and pacer options for longer races.

Run or ruck 5K or 10K on scenic Black Canyon Trails at the Memorial Day Flag Run in Black Canyon City on May 23. Cupless and supported by U.S. Marine veterans, the event benefits Anthem Daisy Mountain Veterans and honors service.

Run under the stars on Sonoran Desert singletrack at McDowell Mountain Park, with distances from 6K to 50K to suit every trail racer. Part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, it offers a series pass and a double down option.

Run laps around a century old manor at Hotfoot Hamster, a friendly fixed time ultrarun with 6, 12 and 24 hour options on a flat 500 meter gravel loop. Enjoy live timing, onsite aid and a unique rural Arizona atmosphere.

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.

Run under desert stars at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in this nocturnal trail festival offering distances from 6K to 52K. Part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, it blends wild scenery and community vibes for all levels.

Run under the stars at Stunner Night Runs in Usery Mountain Regional Park on July 11, 2026, with 6K, 12K, 25K and 50K options. Enjoy flat, fast desert trails, series perks and a Double Down combo pairing Friday ride with Saturday run.

Run under the stars at White Tank Mountain Regional Park for Vertigo Night Runs, part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. Distances from 6K to 52K offer a thrilling night trail challenge with great perks and lively community spirit.

Run the Jackrabbit Jubilee at Nardini Manor in Buckeye, Arizona, with 6 hour and 12 hour timed options on a flat 500 meter loop. Enjoy an illuminated course around a century old estate and test your endurance under the stars.

Mogollon Monster near Pine, Arizona offers a rugged trail challenge with a 100 mile ultramarathon and a 42K mountain race. Expect rocky single track, steep climbs to nearly 7,900 feet, exposed ridgelines and possible monsoon storms.

Experience night running on marked desert trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park as the Summer Insomniac Night Trail Run Series finale. Distances from 7K to 75K welcome both casual night runners and seasoned ultrarunners.