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Desert Peak Ultra

Oracle, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Desert Peak Ultra takes place in Oracle, Arizona. The event offers three distances: 100K, 50K, and a 100K + 50K Double (Summit Challenge). The 100K race is scheduled for April 11, 2026, and the 50K for April 12, 2026.

Course Description

The route starts at 36019 S Mt Lemmon Rd and ascends Mount Lemmon in the Santa Catalina Range, passing through the town of Summerhaven. The course features a mix of desert and alpine terrain, including smooth singletrack, steep climbs, and descents. Runners can expect traditional Sonoran Desert landscapes at lower elevations and pine forests near the summit. The final course layout is pending permit approval.

Distances and Elevation

  • 100K: Approximately 12,000 feet of climbing with a 24-hour cutoff time.
  • 50K: Approximately 8,000 feet of climbing with a 12-hour cutoff time.
  • Summit Challenge: Combines the 100K on day one with the 50K on day two.

Aid Stations

Aid stations will provide various items including gels, drink mix, electrolytes, hot and cold food, snacks, candy, chips, and water. HYPERLYTE products will be available for free. A full aid station chart can be found on the event website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Oracle

Race information

Website Registration
100 km
Summit Challenge (100k + 50k)
100 km
100k
50 km
50k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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