San Tan Scramble
Queen Creek, United States • 10 Jan 2026
San Tan Scramble Trail Runs
The San Tan Scramble takes place Saturday, January 10, 2026, at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. Race distances offered are:
- 50K
- 26K
- 17K
- 9K
- 5K
- Kids Run
The event is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series; the 9K scores in the Quail division, the 17K in the Roadrunner division, the 26K in the Trail division, and the 50K in the Ultra division. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers at each distance and all finishers receive a finisher award.
Course and logistics
Courses run on rolling single-track trails through the foothills of the San Tan and Goldmine mountain ranges, with Saguaro-studded terrain. Sections of the Goldmine Trail are very steep and rocky; portions of the San Tan Trail cross sandy washes. Aid stations are provided along courses (generally every 2.2 to 5.1 miles) and offer water, electrolyte drink, sweet and salty snacks, and fruit; runners are advised to carry at least one bottle. This is a cupless event; bring a reusable cup or purchase one on site.
Due to parking limits, 9K and 5K participants must park at Mountain View Church (4815 W Hunt Hwy, San Tan Valley) and use provided shuttles into the park; shuttle riders receive park entry without the $7 vehicle fee. Chip timing, gender-specific shirts, post-race food, and finisher glassware or wood medals are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.