Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2026-2027

The Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs on April 18, 2026 in Christopher Creek, Arizona feature a 50 mile and a 50K trail ultramarathon, both largely singletrack. Courses use maintained sections of the Highline Trail and avoid the Hell's Gate bur..

Night trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park on a 9 km loop offer multiple distances from 6K to 54K, with aid stations, live tracking and loop-based course support.

Run a scenic but rugged 50k around Prescott's Watson Lake through the granite Dells, featuring slick rock and sun soaked exposed sections. Low support race with two aid stations, so come prepared and enjoy sweeping lake views.

Trail races in Pine, Arizona on May 2, 2026 offer 5K, 10 mile and 50K courses along the Mogollon Rim at about 6000 ft. The nonprofit event has limited fields, shuttle service, and nearby camping.

Point to point ultramarathon from Black Canyon City to Flagstaff listed at about 256.6 miles with 40,667 feet of ascent and 21 aid stations. Shorter 125, 100, 80 and 40 mile options follow sections of the same route.

Bradshaw Brute is a 100 mile point to point ultramarathon across Arizona from Black Canyon City to Prescott. Rugged trails, creek crossings and about 20,000 feet of climbing await and a prior qualifying finish is required.

Run the stunning Mingus Traverse, a point to point 79 mile trail from Prescott to Sedona that threads single track, historic towns and red rock vistas. Expect over 10,000 feet of climbing, remote aid support and a generous 44.75 hour cutoff..

Run Sedona Canyons 125, a point to point ultramarathon through red rock country from Jerome to Flagstaff. Cover 125 miles of mostly single track trail and Arizona Trail scenery for a true backcountry adventure May 6 to 9 2026.

Run the Flagstaff Crest 39, a scenic 39 mile point to point trail in May from Fort Tuthill to downtown Flagstaff as part of Cocodona week. Single track pine forest, high desert views and roughly 3,000 to 4,000 feet of climbing make for a bo..

Join the 5th annual Taco 'Bout Fun Run on May 16 in Flagstaff's scenic Buffalo Park for chip timed 10K and 5K trail races through Ponderosa forest. Family friendly events include a stroller friendly mile and a free Churro Chase for kids.

Join the Bursting Bubble 5K Walk & Run on May 16 for a compassionate community run that honors varied grief journeys. Enjoy reflection at the Wall to Remember, bubbles, music and family fun while you support Chasing the Rainbows.

Join the Memorial Day Flag Run in Black Canyon City May 23 to honor fallen heroes by carrying an American flag during a scenic 5K or 10K run or ruck on the Black Canyon Trails. Proceeds support local veterans and families.

Run under the stars at Adrenaline Night Runs in McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Multiple distances from 6K to 50K wind over rolling desert single track with scenic ridge views and fully stocked aid stations.

Free and limited to 50 runners, Pi in the Sky is an 8 mile out and back trail through Phoenix Mountain Preserves that passes Piestewa Peak. Expect rocky, technical trails and warm early June conditions.

Experience moonlit desert trails at Hypnosis Night Runs in Estrella Mountain Regional Park, with distances from 6K to 52K. Enjoy fast single track, saguaro views, lively aid stations and finish line swag and awards.

Run under the stars at Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff with three trail distances through high ponderosa pines and mesa top views. Enjoy aid stations, finisher medals, limited tent camping and live split tracking for a memorable nighttime trail e..

Run through ponderosa pine forests above 7,000 feet at Fort Tuthill County Park with distances from 6K to 50K on scenic looped trails. Aid stations, on site medical support, camping and finisher awards give this a festival vibe.

A 4-mile climb at White Tank Regional Park on July 4, 2026, running from the park entrance to the top through mountain terrain, with aid stations, shuttle service, finisher medal and T-shirt.

Join the Stunner Night Runs at Usery Mountain Regional Park for moonlit trail racing across flat, fast desert singletrack with distances from 6K to 50K. Enjoy chip timing, finish line photos and an Artworx finisher award under the stars.

Run under the stars at Vertigo Night Runs on August 8, 2026, in White Tank Mountain Regional Park. Choose from 6K to ultra 52K on the rugged Sonoran Loop and enjoy a festival vibe with aid stations, camping, and epic desert views.