Black Canyon Ultras

Mayer, United States • 14-15 Feb 2026

The Black Canyon Ultras, held in Arizona's Sonoran Desert, feature challenging point-to-point 100K and 50K races along the scenic Black Canyon National Recreation Trail. Starting at Mayer High School in Spring Valley, the 100K course covers 62.2 miles with over 5,200 feet of elevation gain, finishing near New River, while the 50K covers 32.2 miles ending at Deep Canyon Ranch. The trail offers a mix of singletrack, jeep roads, and historic stagecoach routes with multiple creek crossings and technical terrain. The event is a Western States 100 qualifier and part of the World Trail Majors series, attracting elite and amateur ultrarunners worldwide. Aid stations provide diverse nutrition, and pacers are allowed for the 100K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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100 km
100k
50 km
50k
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