Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2026-2027

Take on the Mogollon Monster on the Mogollon Rim near Pine, Arizona, with a 100 mile and a 42K over a weekend. Expect high altitude, repeated rim climbs, technical singletrack and sweeping forest views in a true ultramarathon test.

Experience moonlit desert trails at the Javelina Jangover Night Runs near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Multiple distances from 7K to 75K across rolling single track promise a fun, festive night of desert running for all abilities.

A multi-event endurance weekend on the Arizona Trail from Flagstaff toward the Grand Canyon on September 19-20, 2026, featuring 100 mile and 55K runs, a 100 mile mountain bike race, and relay options.

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.

Run among ponderosa pines and aspens above 8000 feet at the Flagstaff Marathon on October 3, 2026, featuring marathon, half, 10K and Kids Kilo on single and double track trails. Proceeds support Coconino Community College cross country.

A volunteer-run trail race on October 10, 2026 in Government Prairie offering 30K, 18K, 10K, early-start options and a Kids Dash; 100% of proceeds support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff.

Explore desert slickrock and smooth singletrack at the Horseshoe Bend Ultras in Page, AZ on October 17, 2026, with 50 mile, 55K, and half marathon options. Routes pass Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend and finish with views of Lake Powell..

Race scenic trails at the 2nd Annual Lizard Peak Scramble on October 17, 2026 in Lake Havasu City AZ with 10 km, 5 km, family fun loops and a new 1 km Kids Dirt Dash. Finishers medals, music and a post race recovery zone make it a festive d..

Tackle the Elden Ridge Run on October 17, 2026, a rugged half marathon trail race from Sandy Seep Trailhead near Flagstaff, AZ. Expect technical single track, a climb to Mt Elden summit, stunning views and a tough 4 hour cutoff.

Trail Running Escapes stages fall trail races in Sedona on October 17, 2026, with a Mountain Marathon, 20 Miler, 10 Miler and a 2.5 Miler. Point to point courses use shuttles and the finish area includes vendors, a race shirt and medal.

Cave Creek Thriller Trail Runs on October 17, 2026 offers four trail distances around Cave Creek Regional Park and along the Maricopa Trail, with cupless aid stations, shuttle-supported starts, chip timing, live tracking, and on-course aid.

Run amid breathtaking Grand Canyon scenery with marathon, half marathon, 5k and virtual options on trail and forest roads. Finishers get a commemorative medallion and post race beer while the weekend includes an artisan fair.

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Arizona, with 100 Mile, 100K and 31K options. Famous for costumes and the Jackass Night Trail, the 100 Mile is a Western States qualifier.

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..

Run moonlit loops at Usery Mountain Regional Park near Mesa AZ on November 14, 2026, with distances from 5K to 30K. Courses mix runnable singletrack and rocky rollers and feature stocked aid stations, chip timing and finisher awards.

Pass Mountain Trail Runs at Usery Mountain Regional Park near Mesa, AZ offers five trail distances across desert and mountain terrain with regular aid stations, chip timing, and a cupless policy for on course hydration.

Run historic Route 66 for 140 miles from Seligman to Topock66 in a multi day ultra that blends iconic scenery, small town charm, and endurance. Pick crewed, self supported, or relay options and finish at the official Topock66 finish.

Fat Ox Endurance Runs is a November endurance festival at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Goodyear, AZ offering fixed time events and fixed distance races on a USATF certified 0.988178 mile loop with 24 hour aid stations and live timing.

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.