Crown King Scramble
Phoenix, United States • 28 Mar 2026
Event overview
The Crown King Scramble is a point-to-point trail footrace on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from Lake Pleasant Regional Park to Crown King, Arizona. The event distance is 50 kilometers (31.1 miles). The race has a total elevation gain of about 6,828 feet and reaches elevations above 6,500 feet. The event uses chip timing and offers live race splits during the race. Registration closes March 23, 2026; entry fees for the 50K vary by registration date.
Course and race details
The course runs from the shores of Lake Pleasant through Sonoran Desert terrain and up into the Bradshaw Mountains and ponderosa pines. The first half follows rolling dirt forest roads; the second half follows rough 4x4 jeep roads with sustained climbing and a final descent into Crown King. Aid stations are located at miles 8.5, 15.3 (drop bags accepted), 19.1, 22.2, and 27.3, with the finish at mile 31.1 (drop bags accepted). Drop bags are allowed only at French Creek (Mile 15.3) and the finish and must be dropped off by the published deadline. Crews and pacers are not allowed on course. The race is cupless - aid stations will not provide paper cups and runners must carry their own container. One-way shuttle service between the finish and the start is available for purchase; a Sunday shuttle option is also offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.