Man Against Horse 50Mi
Prescott, United States • 17 Oct 2026
Man Against Horse Race Arizona
Man Against Horse Race is an endurance event in Prescott, Arizona, scheduled for October 17, 2026. It stages both running and riding categories across multiple distances and uses mapped courses hosted on Strava and Caltopo. A race manual is available and results and race photos are published online.
The event offers these distances:
- 50 Mile
- 25 Mile
- Intro Ride
- Half Marathon
Race operations include packet pickup and vet checks for riders, a pre-race briefing, a kids free fun run on a short loop, a banquet with awards, live tracking for participants, and a published final cutoff time. The event maintains course maps and detailed route files for each distance.
The race traces its origin to 1983 in Prescott, where it began as a bar bet that led to a recurring man versus horse competition. The organizing team also emphasizes local giving and supports Bethany’s Gait, a 501(c)(3) ranch in Prescott focused on horse rescue and programs for military personnel, first responders, and their families.
The venue is based near Prescott, Arizona, with coordinates listed by the organizers. Entry can be made via online registration or by mail in entry forms as provided in the event information. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.