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Crown King Scramble

Name: Crown King Scramble
Start: 2026-03-28
End: 2026-03-28
Location: Phoenix

Phoenix, United States • 28 Mar 2026

The Crown King Scramble is a classic 50-kilometer point-to-point trail race in Arizona, starting at Lake Pleasant Regional Park and finishing at the historic Crown King Saloon in the Bradshaw Mountains. The course features a scenic and challenging route that begins lakeside in the Sonoran Desert, traversing rolling dirt roads with saguaro cacti, then climbs steeply on rugged 4x4 jeep trails through multiple climate zones—from desert spines to cool ponderosa pines. Runners face a total elevation gain of nearly 6,828 feet, topping out above Crown King before a thrilling downhill finish. The event offers well-stocked aid stations, a post-race barbecue, and a festive atmosphere celebrating trail running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Phoenix

Race information

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50 km

4000 m+

50k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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