Whiskey Basin Trail Run
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About the race
The Whiskey Basin Trail Runs take place in Prescott, Arizona, on the Prescott Circle Trail with the start and finish area at Watson Lake Park. Multiple distances run on sections of the Circle Trail and conclude at Watson Lake with views of the Granite Dells.
Distances include:
- 92K
- 60K
- 33K
- Half-Marathon
- 10K
Course surfaces mix flat gravel paths, rocky scrambles, technical granite sections, single track, pines, and juniper. The full 92K route covers about 57 miles with roughly 6,100 feet of total elevation gain and a maximum elevation near 6,686 feet. Shorter courses list their distance and elevation in the event details.
Aid stations are supplied every few miles, offering water, ice, electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel 2O), sweet and salty snacks, and fruit. Organizers do not stock gels; runners should carry any needed gels and at least one bottle of water. This is a cupless event; participants must bring a reusable cup or purchase one on site.
Logistics notes: drop bags are allowed for the 92K at specified aid stations and at the finish; crews are permitted at designated locations; pacers are allowed only on the 92K under the race rules. The course is marked with ribbons and signs; all runners are responsible for following the marked route.
Typical April conditions in Prescott range near a high of 65°F and a low of 38°F, and some trail sections are exposed to wind. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
