Trail Running calendar near Rio Verde 2026-2027

Experience a rugged trail event through Arizona Ponderosa Pine forests and the high Sonoran Desert. Tackle the technical Mogollon Rim in a demanding 100 mile qualifier or a scenic 42K race.

Night trail running at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with 7 km, 15 km, 25 km, 50 km and 75 km options. The event is the final race in the six-event Insomniac Night Trail Run Series and is staged from Pemberton Trailhead.

Saddles 100 in Prescott, Arizona on October 3, 2026 features 100- and 50-mile trail loops plus a 6.66 mile fun run around Willow Lake. The 2026 course runs clockwise and the 50 mile route skips the dells section.

Night trail races at Cave Creek Regional Park offering 33K, 22K, 11K and 5K on rolling desert singletrack. The event uses an 11 kilometer loop with climbs on Quartz and Go John and features stocked aid stations and live tracking.

A one day trail running event in Sedona on October 17, 2026, featuring a mountain marathon, 20 mile, 10 mile, and a new 2.5 mile course. Routes include the Hi Line Trail, are fully marked, and have aid stations and GPX files.

Experience the beauty of the Sonoran Desert at the Cave Creek Thriller. Choose from four distances, including a 50 km point to point ultra connecting two regional parks along the scenic Maricopa Trail.

Experience a unique clothing optional 5k trail run through the desert landscape of Shangri La Ranch. Enjoy a route featuring hiking trails and dry washes followed by full access to ranch amenities like pools and a clubhouse.

An annual multi distance event in Prescott where runners and endurance horses share mountain and ranch trails. Distances include a 50 mile loop summiting Mingus Mountain, a 25 mile route that rejoins the main loop, and a 13 mile lollipop co..

A multi-event trail and ultra running series across Maricopa County Regional Parks from October 2025 to March 2026, offering distances from 5 km to 100 miles and a Fall Series pass that reduces entry costs by 20 percent.

Experience the ultimate desert trail party at Javelina Jundred in Arizona. This costumed event features 100 mile, 100K, and 31K distances on the scenic rolling tracks of McDowell Mountain Regional Park.

A nighttime 31 km single loop on the Javelina Jundred course at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with four staffed aid stations and a themed party at Jackass Junction. Costumes, glow gear, and a headlamp are recommended for the night run.

Ragnar Trail Individual Arizona is a weekend of individual trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fort McDowell, AZ. Options include a 6.6 mile Red Loop and timed 6 hour and 24 hour ultras on a 15.2 mile course.

A two day team trail relay on November 6-7, 2026 at McDowell Mountain Regional Park, AZ. Teams of 8 (Standard) or 4 (Ultra) cover 121 miles of single track desert trails with camping, food trucks, music, and glamping options.

Night trail races at Usery Mountain Regional Park on November 14, 2026 feature 30K, 20K, 10K and 5K looped courses that pass the trailhead each lap, with stocked aid stations, drop bag access, and crew access at the start area.

Pass Mountain Trail Runs on November 14, 2026 at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, AZ offers five distances from 5K to 50 miles on marked desert trails, with aid stations, chip timing, live splits, and cupless race procedures.

Trail event in Prescott, Arizona on November 14, 2026 that focuses on the Dells section of the Saddles 100. It is listed as a 26 mile race and also described as a dells-only marathon possibly near 50k.

Multi distance endurance event on a USATF certified 0.988178 mile loop at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Goodyear, AZ. Hosts the USATF 24 hour championship with fixed time and fixed distance races and a $4,000 prize purse.

A weekend OCR at Phoenix Raceway featuring Sprint, Super and Beast distances plus a kids race, desert trail and NASCAR track sections. Trifecta option available and discounted rates listed for eligible service members.

A nighttime trail race at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 25K, 10 Mile, and 5 Mile courses on marked desert trails, with aid stations, chip timing, finish photos, and live tracking.

Experience the Sonoran Desert with trail runs ranging from 5 miles to 50 miles in McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Runners enjoy scenic single track paths and panoramic mountain views in a well supported race environment.