Trail Running calendar near Vail 2026-2027

Trail races near Oracle Arizona on singletrack through Oracle State Park and sections of the Arizona Trail. Distances range from a 5K without a cutoff up to a 50 mile ultra and the event is cupless with limited entries.

An eight mile trail race on the Arizona Trail at Colossal Cave Mountain Park on February 1, 2026. The race is limited to 250 runners, features chip timing, four water stations, on-course monitors and a finisher medal for all participants.

Experience the Daydreamer in scenic Patagonia, Arizona, on rugged singletrack, remote fire roads and Arizona Trail sections with distances from 10K to 50K. Enjoy live music, a community dinner, food trucks and eco friendly practices while t..

Experience the TMC Old Tucson Trail Run at Old Tucson Studios with scenic desert trails and iconic movie sets. Routes for all ages make it a great family outing, with commemorative shirts and a festive post race atmosphere.

A trail ultramarathon near Sonoita, Arizona, on the Arizona Trail with 25 and 50 mile options, significant elevation change, time limits, awards, a cupless policy, and special entry tickets for top 50 mile finishers to Angeles Crest 100.

Join the CAT DIRT DASH 5k or 1 mile fun run on desert dirt trails at Caterpillar Tinaja Hills in Green Valley, AZ, running past real Caterpillar machines. Limited to 300 runners and includes a 2026 event hat for paid participants.

Run among dramatic boulders and desert plants at the Amerind Museum's Texas Canyon Trail Run, offering 5K and 10K divisions for adults and youth. Your bib grants museum entry and winners take home medals and Native American art.

Free 5K and FitKidz Mile at Lincoln Regional Park in Tucson celebrating the Southern Arizona Roadrunners 50th anniversary. Retro attire is encouraged and teams of three can compete for recognition.

A 304 mile point to point ultramarathon through Southern Arizona’s Sonoran Desert centered in Patagonia, AZ. The course features mostly single track, 19 aid stations, significant elevation change, live tracking and a 170 hour cutoff.

Run scenic Catalina State Park trails in Tucson on April 4, 2026 with a 13.1 mile half marathon or a 5.3 mile trail race. Chip timing, participant shirts, awards and post race food await runners ages 5 to 100.

Enjoy a scenic sunset run through Sabino Canyon in the Coronado National Forest, with a challenging 7.4 mile course and a 2 mile fun run or walk. Finishers get shirts and medals, post race food and awards add to the celebration.

Join the two day Tortolita Traverse in Marana, Arizona for scenic single track and wash trail runs and mountain bike races. Pick a half marathon, 7 mile run, or 10 or 20 mile MTB, earn a finisher medal and challenge pin.

Challenge yourself on rugged trails up Mount Lemmon near Oracle, AZ on Apr 11, 2026, with 50K, 100K and a multi day Summit Challenge option. Expect Sonoran desert singletrack, big climbs and alpine finishes and unforgettable views.

Run the AZT Vail Scramble April 12 in Vail Arizona with marathon, half marathon or 10K on scenic trails by the Santa Rita and Rincon Mountains. Point to point finishes at Gabe Zimmerman Trailhead with bus shuttles, food, swag and music.

Trail races at Catalina State Park on September 20, 2026 include a 9.3 mile course with a 2.75 mile out and back on the 50 Year Trail and a 5k on the Nature and Bridal trails, with on course support, photos, shirts, and awards.

Everyone Runs Veterans Day brings scenic trail and road races to Catalina State Park in Tucson on November 8, 2026. Pick a 10.6 mile double loop, 5.3 mile trail or fast flat 5k and enjoy a homemade Mexican breakfast, coffee, pro photos and..

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Reid Park Tucson with the Thanksgiving XC Classic: a European style cross country 5K and a 1.5 mile fun run. Grass, hay bales, family friendly vibes and toy donations support Team Hoyt Arizona and Toys for Tots.

A trail ultramarathon near Vail, Arizona offering 50 mile, 55K and half marathon courses on sections of the Arizona Trail. Starts and finishes at Colossal Cave Mountain Park and operates as a cupless event with reusable cups available.

Celebrate the season at Vail Jingle Trail in Tucson with a festive 5K and Santa's Little Helper 1K, course decorations, themed shirts, and awards. Enjoy cheering from Mica Mountain Cross Country and holiday fun for all ages.