Sinister Night Runs

Queen Creek, United States • 25 Apr 2026

Sinister Night Runs is a night trail running event held at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. Part of the Insomniac Series, it offers multiple race distances: 54K, 27K, 18K, 9K, and 6K, all run on scenic loops featuring smooth, runnable trails with some rollers and rocks. Runners experience the desert landscape under a starlit sky, passing majestic saguaro cacti.

The 54K ultra consists of six loops with aid stations stocked with water, food, and electrolytes. The event emphasizes safety with well-marked courses, medical support, and live tracking. It also encourages volunteer participation and offers race perks like branded tech tees and finisher awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

54 km
54k
27 km
27k
18 km
18k
9 km
6 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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