Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2025-2026

Antelope Canyon Ultras, hosted by Vacation Races, is a rugged desert ultramarathon on the Page, Arizona side of Lake Powell. Distances include 50 Mile, 55K, 30K, and Trail Half Marathon. Runners traverse technical sand trails and multiple slot canyons in the Antelope Canyon area, with landmarks such..

Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs, held at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona, offers a range of distances including 50 Mile, 50K, 30K, Half Marathon, 8K, and a Kid’s Fun Run. The courses feature rugged single-track trails with challenging climbs, steep descents, large boulders, and dese..

TPK Endurance is a two-person, non-stop endurance race held near Phoenix, Arizona (McDowell area). Teams have 30 hours to complete an unknown distance, with the starting point revealed 30 days prior. The course uses natural terrain and features a variety of tasks—skill challenges, puzzles, problem s..

Arizona Monster is a 304-mile point-to-point ultramarathon through Southern Arizona’s Sonoran Desert, starting in the wilds near Patagonia, and traversing remote backcountry and high-elevation ranges. The course covers 304 miles with about 41,162 feet of ascent and 41,463 feet of descent. Terrain is..

Nestled in Arizona, Crown King Scramble is Aravaipa Running’s classic point-to-point 50K from Lake Pleasant Regional Park to Crown King, AZ. Runners cover about 31 miles with roughly 6,800 feet of gain, peaking at 6,563 feet before a final descent to the Crown King Saloon. The course begins on smoot..

The Everyone Runs Catalina State Park Half Marathon and 5.3 Mile Trail Races take place in Tucson, Arizona, within the scenic Catalina State Park. This popular event offers two trail race distances: a half marathon (13.1 miles) and a 5.3-mile race, both starting and finishing at the park's trailhead..

The #RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse is a two-day event held in Marana, Arizona, featuring a Half Marathon Trail Run, a 7.7-mile trail run, and mountain bike races of 10 and 20 miles. Set in the scenic Tortolita Preserve, the courses combine single-track trails and sandy washes, offering a challenging..

The Sabino Canyon Sunset Run, held in Tucson, Arizona, is a celebrated race set within the stunning Sabino Canyon in the Coronado National Forest. This event features two distances: a challenging 7.4-mile race and a 2-mile fun run and walk, both designed to showcase the natural beauty of the desert..

The Mountain Sheep Canyon Run takes place in Page, Arizona, featuring two race distances: a challenging 10-mile and a 5K course. The 10-mile race is a loop through the Navajo Nation's sand and slot canyons of Mountain Sheep Canyon near Antelope Canyon, with an 850-foot ascent and descent. The course..

Antelope Canyon X Half Marathon is held in LeChee Rock, AZ, on Navajo Nation land near Page. The Half Marathon covers about 13.9 miles with nearly 1,200 feet of elevation gain. The course combines sand, double-track roads, ATV trails, washes, and slot canyons, delivering canyon running and varied te..

Dam Good Run returns to Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown, AZ, offering 40K, 26K, 13K, 4 Mile, and 2 Mile options. The course features crossing the iconic Waddell Dam, with newly built trails along the shoreline and above the lake; the 40K includes a climb to Yavapai Point for sweeping lake..

The Zane Grey Highline Trail Runs, held annually in Christopher Creek, Arizona, is a premier ultra running event in the Southwest. Celebrating its 36th edition in 2026, the race offers two challenging distances: a 50-mile ultra marathon with 6,700 feet of climbing and a 50K featuring 4,400 feet of e..

The VUE (Vortex Ultra Experience) is a trail running event held in the stunning red rocks of Sedona, Arizona. Scheduled for April 18, 2026, it offers five race distances: 50 miles, 34 miles, 21 miles, 12 miles, and 4 miles, catering to a wide range of runners. The courses highlight Sedona's best Wes..

Whiskey Basin Trail Runs takes place in Prescott, Arizona, around the Prescott Circle Trail, with Watson Lake Park as the start and finish. Distances are 92K (about 57 miles), 60K, 33K, Half-Marathon, and 10K. The 92K traces the full circle around the city on desert trails, pines and Granite Dell te..

Sinister Night Runs unfolds at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, AZ, offering multiple night-distance options: 54K (34.3 miles), 27K (17.12 miles), 18K (11.4 miles), 9K (5.7 miles), and 6K (3.8 miles). Runners tackle a 9 km loop on the San Tan, Hedgehog, and Littleleaf Trails in a count..

Cocodona 250 is a point-to-point ultramarathon from Deep Canyon Ranch, Black Canyon City, to Heritage Square, downtown Flagstaff, Arizona, spanning about 256 miles through iconic Arizona trails and towns. Runners traverse Black Canyon Trail, the Bradshaw Mountains, Prescott, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedon..

The Taco 'Bout Fun Run is a family-friendly trail event held at Buffalo Park in Flagstaff, Arizona (2400 N. Gemini Rd). Runners can choose from 10K and 5K trail courses winding through the cool Ponderosa forest, and there’s a flat, stroller-friendly 1 Mile Stroll for all ages.A free Children’s Churr..

The Memorial Day Flag Run, held in Black Canyon City, Arizona, is a patriotic trail event featuring 5K and 10K distances with options to run or ruck carrying a 35-pound pack. Participants are encouraged to carry American flags individually or as teams to honor fallen service members. The out-and-bac..

Hotfoot Hamster, presented by Aravaipa Running, is a fixed-time ultramarathon held at Nardini Manor in Buckeye, Arizona. Runners choose 6-, 12-, or 24-hour options and cover a USATF-certified 500-meter flat gravel loop around the century-old manor. The mostly flat course is ideal for fast distances..