Arizona Monster 300
Patagonia, United States • 29-4 Mar-Apr 2027
Arizona Monster 300
The Arizona Monster is a 300.5 mile point to point race through Southern Arizona, centered in Patagonia, AZ. The event is scheduled for March 29 to April 4, 2027 and is organized by the Destination Trail team.
The course covers long distances and varied terrain with a reported elevation gain of 41,162 feet and elevation loss of 41,463 feet. The route includes 19 aid stations and a maximum time cutoff of 150 hours (6 days and 6 hours). Terrain composition is listed as mostly single-track with additional bike path, paved road, and dirt road sections.
Support services include live runner tracking, drop bag transport to many aid stations, aid and sleep stations along the route, a bus ride option to the start for those who wish to park at the finish, and an on-site medical team. Food and drink are provided at aid stations. The race package includes event apparel and a duffel bag, and finisher awards include handmade buckles, a custom print by the race artist, and a finisher mug.
Registration for the 2027 event is run by lottery. The lottery registration opens April 10, 2026 at 8:00am and closes April 26, 2026 at 11:59pm; lottery winners are announced starting April 27. Event donations benefit local organizations including the Arizona Trail Association and regional youth and food bank programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.