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Name: Flagstaff Sky Peaks
Start: 2025-09-27
End: 2025-09-27
Location: Flagstaff

Flagstaff, United States • 27 Sep 2025

Flagstaff Sky Peaks is a mountain trail running event held in Flagstaff, Arizona, staging from the Fort Valley Trailhead near Snowbowl Road. It offers four race distances: 50 miles, 50 kilometers, 26 kilometers, and 10 kilometers. The courses feature a mix of single-track trails and forest roads through the scenic Coconino National Forest, including the Arizona Trail, with notable climbs such as the Powerline Climb and Weatherford Climb. The 50-mile race circumnavigates the San Francisco Peaks, while shorter distances explore areas around Snowbowl, Schultz Tank, and Weatherford. The event takes place in the fall, showcasing vibrant aspen foliage at elevations between 6,000 and 9,300 feet, providing a stunning mountain running experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Flagstaff

Race information

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50 mi

50 Miler

50 km

50k

26 km

26k

10 km

10k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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