Trail Running Calendar Arizona 2025-2026

Join Pi in the Sky, an 8 mile out and back trail FAT ASS in Phoenix that climbs Piestewa Peak and follows the Dreamy Draw bikeway for great views. Entry is free but limited to 50 runners and trails are rocky and exposed so bring water.

Run under the stars at Hypnosis Night Runs, a desert singletrack night trail event in Estrella Mountain Regional Park on June 13, 2026. Choose from 6K to 52K and enjoy saguaro scenery, aid stations, and a festive night race atmosphere.

Run under the stars through Flagstaff ponderosa pines at Fort Tuthill with three distance choices for trail runners. Enjoy stocked aid stations, on site camping, and a custom finisher medal after a scenic night on single track.

Choose from 50K, 27K, 13K or 6K at Flagstaff's Big Pine Trail Runs in Fort Tuthill, winding through ponderosa pine above 7,000 feet with sweeping mesa views. Chip timing, live splits and a race finisher mug await.

Run under the stars at Usery Mountain Regional Park with the Stunner Night Runs, offering 50K, 25K, 12K and 6K on fast, well marked trails. Expect supportive aid stations, live split tracking and a festive finish atmosphere.

Run under the desert stars at Vertigo Night Runs in White Tank Mountain Park, with looped distances from 6K to 52K over a rugged, technical Sonoran track. Chip timing, live splits, finish photos and podium prizes add race day thrills.

Run the rugged Mogollon Rim near Pine, Arizona in the Mogollon Monster, a challenging point to point 100 mile race with massive climbs and a scenic 42K option. Expect technical singletrack, rim top running and sweeping forest views.

Run under the stars at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills in the final Insomniac Night Trail Run Series event. Distances from 7K to 75K offer moonlit desert singletrack for casual runners and ultra seekers alike.

Run or ride the historic Stagecoach Line from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon on September 19 and 20, 2026. Choices range from 55K and 100 mile runs to a 100 mile mountain bike and relays for epic endurance and spectacular canyon views.

Take on scenic Catalina State Park with a 9.3 mile trail challenge or a family friendly 5k run and walk on Sunday September 20, 2026. Enjoy smooth singletrack, one climb, a homemade Mexican breakfast, finisher shirts, photos and medals.

Run scenic desert, slickrock, and singletrack above Page, AZ with three distances: 50 Miler, 55K, and Half Marathon. Routes pass Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend and finish with sweeping views of Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam.

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..

Run the half marathon to the summit of Mt Elden on rugged single track with technical rocky sections and a big climb for stunning Flagstaff views. Registration opens Apr 1 2026; limited parking and no race day signups.

Run through Sedona's iconic red rock country at the Red Rocks of Sedona Trail Races, a point to point course that winds through sandstone canyons and riparian Oak Creek. Choose from mountain marathon, 20 mile, or 10 mile distances for a mem..

Experience the Grand Canyon on October 24, 2026 with marathon, half marathon and 5k options that showcase dramatic rim views and rugged forest trails. Mixed terrain, friendly volunteer support, and a commemorative finisher medallion await.

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail run at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills AZ, featuring 100 mile, 100K and 31K options. Enjoy desert singletrack, scenic views and a Western States qualifier with Golden Ti..

Javelina Jundred is a festive multi distance trail run at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills AZ, featuring 100 mile, 100K and 31K options. Enjoy desert singletrack, scenic views and a Western States qualifier with Golden Ti..

Celebrate Veterans Day with a scenic trail and road run at Catalina State Park in Tucson, featuring a 10.6 mile race made of two 5.3 mile loops, a single 5.3 mile trail and a fast flat 5k. Enjoy finisher shirts, medals, pro photos and a hom..

Run under the stars at Punisher Night Trail in Usery Mountain Regional Park, Mesa. Choose from 30K, 20K, 10K or 5K loops over runnable desert trails with aid stations and a lively start and finish area.

Run the desert trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, Arizona with distances from 5K to a challenging 50 mile race. Expect rugged single track, sandy washes and climbs to Pass Mountain for stunning desert views and true trail test.