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 and finishing near New River and Black Canyon City, the courses offer a mix of singletrack trails, jeep roads, and historic stagecoach routes with multiple creek crossings and significant elevation changes. The 100K is a Western States 100 qualifier and part of the World Trail Majors series, attracting elite and amateur ultrarunners worldwide. Well-stocked aid stations, crew access points, and a supportive atmosphere make this event a premier desert ultramarathon experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
100k
50 km
50k
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