Logo

Mesquite Canyon

Waddell, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs, held at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona, offers a range of distances including 50 Mile, 50K, 30K, Half Marathon, 8K, and a Kid’s Fun Run. The courses feature rugged single-track trails with challenging climbs, steep descents, large boulders, and desert flora. The 50 Mile and 50K routes include a hazardous but thrilling section through Ford Canyon, requiring rock scrambling over iconic "White Tank" formations.

Aid stations are spaced every 1.8 to 8.8 miles, providing water, electrolytes, and snacks. The event is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series and emphasizes environmental responsibility with cupless options. It caters to all levels, from beginners to experienced ultrarunners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Waddell

Race information

Website Registration
50 mi
50 Miler
50 km
50k
30 km
30k
21 km
1/2 Marathon
8 km
Kid's Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Aravaipa Running - Vertigo Night Runs

Waddell

...

The Vertigo Night Runs, hosted by Aravaipa Running, take place at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona. This night trail running event offers multiple distances: 6K, 10K, 20K, 31K, and 52K, catering to both beginners and ultra-distance runners. The courses run on the 6.5-mile Sonora..

Jackrabbit Jubilee

Buckeye - 16 mi from Waddell

The Jackrabbit Jubilee is a unique night running event held at Nardini Manor, a historic country estate in Buckeye, Arizona. Participants can choose between 12-hour and 6-hour fixed-time races on a flat, 500-meter USATF-certified crushed gravel loop that circles the property. The course offers a fun..

Bare Buns Desert Run

New River - 30 mi from Waddell

The Bare Buns Desert Run is a unique 5K trail race held at Shangri La Ranch in New River, Arizona. Known as the only nude run in Arizona, participants are encouraged to run with minimal clothing—just tennis shoes—though nudity is optional. The course winds through the ranch property, including hikin..

Phomo 50k

Camelback East Village - 26 mi from Waddell

The PhoMo 50K is a challenging ultramarathon held in the scenic Phoenix Mountain Preserves, Arizona, starting and finishing at the Piestewa Peak Trailhead. Covering 31.2 miles (50 km) with over 6,000 feet of elevation gain, the course features rocky, technical terrain with minimal shade, demanding s..

Fat Ox

Buckeye - 16 mi from Waddell

...

The Fat Ox Endurance Runs, held at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Goodyear, Arizona, is a premier ultra-running event featuring multiple race distances including 48-hour, 24-hour, 12-hour, 6-hour, 100-mile, 100K, 50-mile, and 50K races. The event hosts the USATF 24-Hour Championship on a USATF-c..

Trail Blazer 10k

Peoria - 12 mi from Waddell

The Trail Blazer 10k will take place in Peoria on Sunday 23 November 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.