Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2026-2027

Climb and descend Flagstaff ski slopes at the GORETEX Kahtoola Uphill on February 21, 2026, with traction or skinning options across several distances. All proceeds support Friends of Camp Colton for youth environmental education.

Run or walk a scenic 5K loop at Papago Park at the Creighton University Make A Wish 5K and help grant life changing wishes for local children. Enjoy a relaxed community atmosphere with race swag, post race snacks and prizes for top finisher..

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.

Explore scenic desert and riparian trails around Picketpost Mountain at the Copper Corridor Trail Runs in Superior, Arizona on Feb 28, 2026. Distances from 12K to 50K showcase creeks, sycamores, saguaros and rocky singletrack.

Run among Monument Valley's iconic red rock formations with options from a 4 Mile and half marathon to a 50K, all on scenic singletrack, dirt roads and Valley Drive. A small capped field makes for an intimate, unforgettable desert ultramara..

Trail runners: Snakebite is a scenic desert trail run at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills offering 10K and 20K on gently rolling singletrack. Stick around after the finish for food, friends and series bragging rights.

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.

Run the Antelope Canyon Ultras in Page, Arizona on March 7, 2026, with distances from trail half to 50 mile across slickrock, sand and slot canyons. Tough terrain and spectacular views make this a desert trail classic.

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

Run scenic, rugged desert trails at Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs in White Tank Mountain Regional Park on March 14, 2026. Pick distances from an 8K to a 50 mile challenge and tackle rocky climbs, canyon scrambles and expansive desert views.

Join the 5K 4 Hope & Hunger Relief in Phoenix for an in person Streets of Destiny 5K or a virtual 5K, raising funds for programs serving people facing homelessness and food insecurity. Paved, stroller and wheelchair friendly route with a po..

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.

Join the AZ Walk of Courage at Rio Vista Park to support Changed by Fire and local burn survivor programs. Choose a 10K, 5K, 1 mile run or walk or go virtual along the scenic New River Trail with timing, medals and a family friendly vibe.

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 a scenic point to point 50K from the Sonoran Desert to pine forests above Crown King, Arizona, with 6,800 feet of climbing and varied dirt and jeep trails. Enjoy aid stations, a one way shuttle and a post race barbecue with beer.

Havasu on the Rocks at SARA Park features trail races from a kids 1k to a half marathon with scenic desert single track to Pilot Rock and the lakeside lighthouse. Post race perks include medals, free photos and a recovery zone.

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.

Train on the first 37 miles of the Cocodona course on April 4, 2026 in Black Canyon City, AZ, running from Deep Canyon Ranch to Crown King. Perfect prep for Cocodona 250 and Bradshaw Brute 100 with shuttle and aid support.