Mesquite Canyon
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About the race
Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs is a multi-distance trail event held at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona on Saturday, March 13, 2027. The event offers several race distances on single-track trails and dirt roads through desert terrain that includes rocks, sand, cactus and gravel.
Distances include:
- 50 Mile
- 50K
- 30K
- Half Marathon
- 8K
- Kid’s Fun Run around 1.5 miles
The 50K and 50 Mile routes pass through Ford Canyon, a section marked by large boulders, sandy wash areas and White Tank rock formations that requires basic navigation and downhill rock scrambling. Course marking uses colored signs and orange ribboning; bib colors correspond to specific courses. Aid stations are located approximately every 1.8 to 8.8 miles and provide water, electrolyte drink, snacks and fruit. Due to remoteness, there is an 8.8 mile stretch with no aid on some courses, and runners are advised to carry sufficient fluids. The Mesquite aid is the most remote and is serviced without ice; Goat Camp aid accepts drop bags and provides water, food and ice; Ford Canyon aid is water only.
The event uses chip timing with live split points possible. Crews are permitted at the start/finish and Goat Camp aid station. Pacers are allowed for 50 mile runners after the 50K mark or at Goat Camp. Volunteers support many roles and receive race credits and event swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
