Crown King Scramble
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Crown King Scramble
The Crown King Scramble is a point-to-point trail footrace held on March 20, 2027, from Lake Pleasant to Crown King, Arizona. The event covers a single distance over varied terrain that moves from low desert to mountain forest.
- 50 kilometers (31.1 miles)
The course begins near Lake Pleasant in the Sonoran Desert and ascends into the Bradshaw Mountain Range, moving through scrub brush, junipers and ponderosa pines. The first half follows rolling, smooth dirt forest roads while the second half follows rough four wheel drive jeep trail with steep climbing. Total elevation gain is 6,828 feet, the route starts near 1,700 feet elevation and reaches its high point near mile 28.7 at about 6,520 feet before a final descent into Crown King.
Five aid stations are placed along the course at approximately 8.5, 15.3, 19.1, 22.2, and 27.3 miles, offering water, an electrolyte drink, fruit, and snacks; drop bags are permitted only at the midrace aid station and at the finish. Crews and pacers are not allowed on course. The race operates as a cupless event so runners must carry their own cup or bottle for refills. Medical teams are on course and at the finish with satellite communication at aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
