Desert Runner Trail Series

Queen Creek, United States • 10 Jan 2026

Desert Runner Trail Series, staged by Aravaipa Running, centers around Phoenix with Queen Creek, AZ as a hub and other valley locations. The Spring Pass offers four core tiers: Hummingbird Mini (5K), Quail Short, Roadrunner Middle, and Owl Trail, plus Hawk Ultra distances (50K–60K) on select courses. Races unfold on desert-trail venues like San Tan Scramble, Coldwater Rumble, Elephant Mountain, and Mesquite Canyon, delivering a true trail-running atmosphere. A cupless policy promotes sustainability, with UltrAspire cups provided or participants’ own cups welcome. Points are earned across five categories, and season-long standings are guided by flexible passes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 km
Owl (trail)
17 km
Roadrunner (middle)
9 km
Quail (short)
5 km
Hummingbird (mini)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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