Dam Good Run

Morristown, United States • 12 Apr 2026

Event details

The Dam Good Run takes place Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown, AZ. The event is produced by Aravaipa Running and offers multiple distances on trails around Lake Pleasant. All events except the 2-mile route cross the New Waddell Dam. The 26K and 40K use newly constructed shoreline trails; the 40K climbs to Yavapai Point and includes a short crossing of Pipeline Cove by guided raft or by wearing a PFD and swimming. Parking is available at the 10 Lane Boat Ramp.

Course and services

Distances:

  • 40K
  • 26K
  • 13K
  • 4 Mile
  • 2 Mile

Courses run on rugged single-track with climbs, steep descents, large boulders, rocks, desert vegetation and views of the lake. Wildlife such as wild burros and saguaro cactus may be present along the routes. Aid stations are spaced roughly every 1.6 to 5.4 miles and supply water, an electrolyte drink (Neversecond), sweet and salty snacks, and fruit; some stations are designated “light” while others are “full.” The event is cupless; reusable UltrAspire cups will be available at registration or participants may bring their own. Crews are permitted only at the start/finish area, no pacers are allowed, and there are no remote drop bag locations. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers at each distance and all finishers receive a finisher award. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

40 km
40k
26 km
26k
13 km
13k
4 mi
4 Miler
2 Miler
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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