Trail Running calendar near Wickenburg 2025-2026

Take on a scenic rolling course in Apache Junction by the Lost Dutchman Mine with distances from fun run to marathon and Boston qualifier. Held over Presidents Day weekend, this volunteer organized race raises funds for local youth.

Choose 10K or 20K on mostly trail terrain at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on March 1, 2026, with gently rolling hills and enthusiastic volunteers. Snakebite wraps up the McDowell Mountain Cup series in a fun, scenic finale.

The The Best Races - Maryvale Village will take place in Maryvale Village on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 kilometers.

Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs at White Tank Mountain Regional Park offer distances up to 50 Mile across rugged single track and desert rock. Expect technical climbs, rocky washes, aid stations and Desert Runner Trail Series championship points..

Take on Skull Krusher 50K, a rugged trail around Skull Mesa in Cave Creek, Arizona, with steep climbs and desert views. Rocky, largely self supported course with limited markings and one aid station makes this a true endurance test.

TPK Endurance is a two person team race near Phoenix where pairs have 30 hours to tackle unknown terrain and surprise skill and strength challenges. Nonstop navigation, puzzles and rugged conditions test teamwork and grit.

Tackle 50 km from Lake Pleasant desert to Crown King through rugged jeep trails and a big climb into ponderosa pines. Enjoy sweeping desert to mountain views, aid stations, chip timing and a postrace barbecue and finisher memento.

Preview the remote first 37 miles of the Cocodona course from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King on April 4, 2026. Shuttle service, two aid stations and drop bag support help you rehearse race day for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100.

Onyx at McDowell Mountain Park is a 4 hour and 8 hour points race where laps on five trails earn flags or sandbags for extra points. Enjoy aid stations, a recovery tent, free photos and finisher swag in a scenic desert setting.

Take on scenic, rugged trails around Lake Pleasant at the Dam Good Run, featuring multiple distances and a memorable crossing of the New Waddell Dam. Expect rocky singletrack, sweeping lake views, desert wildlife, and a true trail challenge..

Tackle rugged trails and stunning Granite Dells views at the Whiskey Basin Trail Runs in Prescott, AZ on April 18, 2026. Choose from distances from 10K to a challenging 92K Prescott Circle loop, finishing at scenic Watson Lake.

Hells Dells 50k on April 25, 2026 in Prescott, Arizona is a rugged, self guided 30 mile loop around Watson Lake with 3,300 feet of climb on technical granite trails. Limited aid and GPS navigation make this a low key, adventurous race.

Cocodona in early May features point to point trail races across central and northern Arizona, from a spirited 40 mile to the epic 250 mile linking Black Canyon City and Flagstaff. Rugged desert and mountain scenery, big climbs and well sto..

Bradshaw Brute is a rugged point to point 100 mile ultra through remote Arizona mountains, linking Black Canyon City and Prescott. Expect technical trails, big climbs and self reliant racing with aid stations, so bring a cup and GPS.

Sedona Canyons 125 is a point to point 125 mile ultramarathon from Jerome to Flagstaff through Sedona red rock canyons and Coconino National Forest. Expect rugged single track, sweeping views and a 75 hour cutoff to soak it all in.

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 moonlit single track trails in McDowell Mountain Regional Park at Adrenaline Night Runs, part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. Distances from 6K to 50K, stocked aid stations, timing and finisher awards under the stars.

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 the stars on desert single track at Hypnosis Night Runs, offering distances from 6K to 52K across scenic saguaro country. Chip timed races, live tracking, goody bag and finisher awards make for a memorable night trail experience.

Run under the stars at Stunner Night Runs in Usery Mountain Park with 6K to 50K options on flat fast desert trails through scenic cholla. Nighttime energy and looped aid stations make it perfect for trail fans.