Black Canyon Ultras
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About the race
The Black Canyon Ultras are point-to-point trail races in Mayer, Arizona, held on February 13-14, 2027 along the Black Canyon National Recreation Trail. The event offers two distances:
- 100K (62.2 miles)
- 50K (32.2 miles)
Both courses leave Mayer High School (Spring Valley) and follow a mixture of single track, jeep roads, and sections of an old stagecoach route through Black Canyon. The 100K finishes at Emery Henderson Trailhead near New River and uses a 55-mile section of the BCT; the 50K finishes at Deep Canyon Ranch in Black Canyon City. The 100K lists a total estimated elevation gain of +5,219 feet and loss of -7,337 feet, with a time limit of 20 hours. The 50K lists +2,004 feet gain and -4,005 feet loss, with an 11 hour limit.
Aid stations are well stocked and spaced roughly 4.5 to 9 miles apart; supplies include water, electrolyte drink, GU Roctane and gels, Gatorade, salt tabs, and a mix of hot and cold food. Drop bags are allowed at specified aid stations for each distance. Crewing is permitted at designated aid stations; pacers are allowed on the 100K beginning at Deep Canyon Ranch under stated rules. The 100K is a Western States 100 qualifier and the event is part of the World Trail Majors series. Awards include podium places and finishers' hardware: 100K buckles and custom 50K wooden medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
