Arizona Spartan Event Weekend
Fort McDowell, United States • 13-14 Feb 2027
Arizona Spartan Event Weekend
The Arizona Spartan Event Weekend takes place at the Fort McDowell Rodeo Grounds. The venue is characterized by a warm, dusty, and dry environment. The course utilizes the trails and tracks of the Fort McDowell area, including sections that run through the Yavapai Nation Indian Reservation. The route features various twists and turns and includes an incline that leads participants to the top of a mesa, providing views of the surrounding landscape.
Participants encounter natural elements such as towering cactus plants throughout the desert terrain. The event offers multiple categories to accommodate different ages and preferences, including options for teams and individual racers. Spectator tickets are also available for those wishing to view the event from the sidelines.
The following race distances and formats are available:
- Sprint 5K: A 5 km course featuring 20 obstacles.
- Super 10K: A 10 km course featuring 25 obstacles.
- Kids Race: Distances ranging from 1 km to 3 km with age-appropriate obstacles.
The course at Fort McDowell is known for its convoluted layout, which frequently changes direction on the dusty desert tracks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.