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Elephant Mountain

Name: Elephant Mountain
Start: 2026-02-07
End: 2026-02-07
Location: Cave Creek

Cave Creek, United States • 7 Feb 2026

Elephant Mountain Trail Runs, held at Cave Creek Regional Park in Arizona, offers a challenging and scenic desert trail running experience with distances ranging from 6K to 50 miles. The courses traverse single-track trails, dirt roads, and rugged terrain through the park, Maricopa Trail, Tonto National Forest, and Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area, featuring iconic desert landscapes with Saguaro cacti and rocky outcrops. The 50-mile race extends into remote backcountry areas with significant elevation gain.

Aid stations are spaced every 3-7 miles, providing hydration and snacks. The event is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series and emphasizes environmental responsibility with cupless aid stations. Runners enjoy well-marked courses, post-race food, and finisher awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Cave Creek

Race information

Website Registration

50 mi

50 Miler

50 km

50k

35 km

35k

22 km

22k

12 km

12k

6 km

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

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