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Mesquite Canyon

Waddell, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Event Overview

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs take place on March 14, 2026, at the White Tank Mountain area near Waddell, Arizona.

Distances

The event offers the following distances:

  • 50 Miler
  • 50K
  • 30K
  • 1/2 Marathon
  • 8K
  • Kid's Fun Run (approximately 1.5 miles)

Course Details

The runs take place on rugged, single-track trails. The courses feature significant climbs, steep descents, and varied terrain including large boulders and rocks. The 50 Mile and 50K courses travel through a section of trail/wash in Ford Canyon that requires downhill rock scrambling over rock formations. The event is described as a cupless event to lessen its environmental footprint; reusable cups are available, or participants can bring their own.

Registration

Online registration closes on Monday, March 9, 2026. Late registration is available at packet pickup locations. The Kids Fun Run is a separate race with its own registration, bib, and finisher token or medal. 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
Half Marathon
1/2 Marathon
8 km
Kid's Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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