Trail Running calendar near Vail 2026-2027

Enjoy a free, non competitive run or walk through the desert at Saguaro National Park West on January 11, 2026. Choose a 4 mile route or a 1 mile fun run and soak up scenic dirt road views in a small field limited to 300.

Inaugural Empire Ranch Trail Run in Sonoita features 10K, 5K and family miles across scenic ranch trails. Limited to 500, this fundraiser mixes rolling dirt trails, ranch demos and post race treats to support the Empire Ranch Foundation.

Tackle rolling singletrack near Oracle, Arizona on the AZT Oracle Rumble, a scenic trail race through Oracle State Park and the Arizona Trail. Multiple distances from 5K to 50 miles, cupless and community driven to support trail stewardship..

Tackle a scenic 8 mile trail at Colossal Cave Mountain Park, starting and finishing at La Posta Quemada Ranch. Limited to 250 runners, this well marked single track race rewards every finisher with a medal and is perfect for trail shoe love..

Kick off your February with a weekend of trail running in scenic Patagonia, AZ, paired with on site camping and communal meals. Enjoy live music, food trucks and good company for a relaxed, music filled running getaway.

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.

Take on the Old Pueblo Endurance Runs in Sonoita, Arizona with 25 mile and 50 mile trail ultra options across the scenic Santa Rita Mountains. Start at historic Kentucky Camp and enjoy awards for finishers plus a post race cookout.

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.

Celebrate the Southern Arizona Roadrunners 50th with a free, retro inspired cross country experience at Lincoln Regional Park. Enjoy a grassroots 5K, FitKidz mile, throwback attire and vintage tunes for a fun, no frills race day.

Run the Arizona Monster 300, a 304 mile point to point ultramarathon across the Sonoran Desert near Patagonia, Arizona. This seven day event blends rugged single track, full support, and epic desert vistas.

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 Tucson with a choice of a challenging 7.4 mile course or a family friendly 2 mile fun run and walk. Finishers get medals and shirts, plus post race music, pizza and Eegees.

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.

Celebrate trail running at Catalina State Park in Tucson on September 20, 2026 with a scenic 9.3 mile course or a lively 5k. Both distances welcome ages 5 to 100 and include Mexican breakfast, finisher shirts and medals.

Join us at Catalina State Park on Nov 8, 2026 for scenic 5.3 and 10.6 mile trail runs or a 5k road run. Enjoy homemade Mexican breakfast, finisher shirts and awards, with sponsored shoes for top trail finishers.

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.

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.