Flagstaff Marathon

OCT
3
2026
Experience an off road trail race through the Coconino National Forest at high altitude. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, or 10k while supporting local college cross country programs in the Arizona Nordic Village.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
26 miles 13 miles 6 miles

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Event Overview

The Flagstaff Marathon takes place in the Coconino National Forest at the Arizona Nordic Village. This off-road event features a variety of distances held at an elevation of over 8,000 feet. The courses consist of single and double track trails winding through ponderosa pine and aspen forests.

The event is organized by the Coconino Community College Foundation and Sundog Running. Proceeds from the races support Coconino Community College Athletics, specifically the men's and women's cross country programs.

Distances

The following distances are available for participants:

  • Marathon: A 26.2 mile trail race on off-road terrain.
  • Half Marathon: A 13.1 mile trail race through the national forest.
  • 10k: A 6.2 mile trail race on single and double track.
  • Kid's Kilo: A 1 km running race designed for younger participants.

The event is held in Flagstaff, Arizona, at a high altitude and uses the natural terrain of the forest for all race categories. Participation requires registration as the event has a capacity limit and frequently fills to its maximum occupancy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

26 mi
Marathon
13 mi
Half Marathon
6 mi
10k
Kid's Kilo

Events nearby

A historic Flagstaff race on August 8 with half marathon, 5K and Kid's Dash options on Observatory Mesa. Proceeds support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff and participants receive shirts, photos and medals.
A USATF MUT sanctioned uphill race at Arizona Snowbowl covering about 11 miles of ascent to the summit, limited to 150 runners with on course aid stations and summit awards.
Trail running at Fort Valley Trailhead in Flagstaff with 6K–50K loop options through aspens and pines, aid stations no more than 7 miles apart.
Endurance races from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon with 100 mile and 55K runs, a 100 mile mountain bike race, and relay options along the Arizona Trail.
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