Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2024-2025

Embark on an exhilarating journey through some of Arizona's most scenic routes with our comprehensive Trail Running Calendar for 2024-2025. With 72 diverse trail running events spread across the Grand Canyon State, you're sure to find the perfect race that aligns with your schedule and fitness level.

In the vibrant city of Phoenix, trail runners can explore the rugged beauty of the Sonoran Desert, with routes offering breathtaking vistas and challenging elevations. Not far behind, Tucson's trail running scene is adorned with the picturesque trails of Saguaro National Park and the Santa Catalina Mountains, promising runs that are as scenic as they are invigorating. Runners in Mesa and Chandler have the advantage of the sprawling trails in the Superstition Wilderness.

Trail enthusiasts in Scottsdale are spoiled with the McDowell Sonoran Preserve's extensive network of pathways, each offering a unique desert running experience. Meanwhile, Glendale's proximity to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park affords trail runners a chance to immerse themselves in the serene Arizona outdoors.

The Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line event features a 100-mile run, a 55K run, and a 100-mile mountain bike race, along with relay options. This endurance event, presented by Babbitt Ranches, showcases the stunning landscapes between Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon, attracting athletes of va..

The Catalina State Park 50-Year Trail Race is a celebrated running event that offers participants a choice between a challenging 9.3-mile trail race and a more accessible 5K easy trail run and walk. Set in the picturesque Catalina State Park, this event is designed for runners and walkers of all lev..

The Flagstaff Sky Peaks Mountain Runs is a premier running event in Arizona, showcasing stunning trails in the Coconino National Forest. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 50 Miler, 50K, 26K, and 10K, all starting from the Fort Valley Trailhead. The event is set against a ba..

Babbitts Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at SP Crater in Flagstaff, AZ, where participants compete in a unique "last person standing" format. Runners must complete a 4.167-mile loop every hour, with a total elevation gain of approximately 150 feet. The race continues until only one..

The North Rim Ramble is a unique endurance event held in Northern Arizona, featuring a half-marathon, marathon, and a long 10K race. The course offers a scenic 13.1-mile loop along well-graded forest roads and picturesque singletrack on the Kaibab Plateau, showcasing stunning views of the Grand Cany..

October 2025

The Flagstaff Marathon, presented by Cambium Wealth and Legacy Strategies, is a premier running event taking place in Flagstaff, Arizona. Scheduled for October 4, 2025, it features a variety of races including a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and a Kids Kilo. The courses are set in the scenic Co..

The Canyon de Chelly Ultra is an exciting 55K running event set in the stunning Navajo Reservation, Arizona. Participants will experience a unique course that includes a 17-mile run through Canyon de Chelly, showcasing ancient ruins, petroglyphs, and breathtaking views of Spider Rock. The route feat..

The Red Rocks of Sedona Trail Races, scheduled for October 18, 2025, offers a stunning running experience through Sedona's iconic landscapes. Participants can choose from three race distances: a Mountain Marathon, a 20 Miler, or a 10 Miler, all featuring the renowned "Hi-Line" trail. The event inclu..

November 2025

The Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk is an exciting running event set in the picturesque Kaibab National Forest, near the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Scheduled for November 1, 2025, the event features a challenging half-marathon and a 5k run/walk, along with a children's 5k. Partici..

The Everyone Runs Veterans Day Catalina St. Park 10.6 & 5.3 Mile Trail Races, along with a 5k Road Run, is set to take place in Tucson, Arizona, on November 9, 2025. Participants can choose between a 10.6-mile trail race, a 5.3-mile trail race, or a 5k road run.The event features scenic trails and o..

The Everyone Runs Catalina State Park 10 Mile event is part of a series of fun and competitive running events held in Tucson, Arizona. This race caters to runners of all levels, offering a scenic course that showcases the beauty of Catalina State Park. Participants can expect a well-organized experi..

The Fat Ox is an endurance running event taking place from November 21 to 23, 2025, at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Buckeye, AZ. Participants can choose from various race formats, including 48-hour, 24-hour, 12-hour, and 6-hour runs, as well as distances of 100 miles, 100K, 50 miles, and 50K. ..