San Tan Scramble

Queen Creek, United States • 10 Jan 2026

Event overview

The San Tan Scramble takes place Saturday, January 10, 2026 at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. It is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series and scores points in different series divisions depending on distance. Registration closes on Monday, January 5. Distances offered include:

  • 50K - 31.7 miles, 3,876 ft total elevation gain
  • 26K - 16.2 miles, 1,814 ft total elevation gain
  • 17K - 10.6 miles, 1,292 ft total elevation gain
  • 9K - 5.7 miles, 530 ft total elevation gain
  • 5K - 3.1 miles, 238 ft total elevation gain
  • Kids Run

Awards are given to the top three men and women at each distance and all finishers receive a finisher award. Points earned apply to the Desert Runner Trail Series standings.

Course and logistics

Courses run through the foothills of the San Tan and Goldmine ranges on rolling single-track trails with Saguaro cactus, rocky sections, and some sandy washes. The Goldmine climb is a steep, rocky section on several courses. The 50K is three loops of the 17K course with aid stations placed roughly every 2.2 to 5.1 miles. Aid stations provide water, electrolyte drink, snacks, and fruit. This is a cupless event; runners should bring a reusable cup or purchase one onsite.

Parking and access: 5K and 9K participants use a shuttle from Mountain View Church into the park and receive free park entry on the shuttle. The park charges a vehicle entry fee for other attendees. Crews are allowed only at the start/finish area, pacers are not allowed, and drop bags are permitted for 50K and 26K at the start/finish. The 50K has a defined time limit and mid-race cutoffs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
26 km
26k
17 km
17k
9 km
5 km
Kids Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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