Vertigo Night Runs

Waddell, United States • 8 Aug 2026

Vertigo Night Runs - White Tank Mountain Regional Park

Vertigo Night Runs takes place Saturday, August 8, 2026 at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona. The event is part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series and offers multiple timed trail distances on the Sonoran Competitive track loop.

Distances

  • 52K
  • 31K
  • 20K
  • 10K
  • 6K

All races use the 6.5 mile (10.4 kilometer) Sonoran Competitive track loop. The route includes steep inclines, swooping turns, technical descents, and rugged terrain. Courses are marked with orange ribbons, reflective medallions, laminated signs, and checkerboard flagging to mark non-race trails.

Aid is provided at a main start/finish station and a remote North Ridge Aid at KM 6.4. Stations are stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks, salty and sweet snacks, fruit, peanut butter and jelly, bean rollups, and hot food such as quesadillas and grilled cheese. This is a cupless race; participants should bring a reusable cup or purchase one on site.

Crews may access the start/finish area and drop bag space is provided there. Pacers are permitted only for 52K runners beginning on the final loop. Parking is available adjacent to the Competitive Track; park entry fees apply. Camping is permitted in the Competitive Track parking lot with a separate camping permit. Medical staff are based at the start/finish and can provide on-site first aid. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

52 km
52k
31 km
31k
20 km
20k
10 km
10k
6 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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