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Pass Mountain

Name: Pass Mountain
Start: 2025-11-08
End: 2025-11-08
Location: Mesa

Mesa, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The Pass Mountain Trail Runs, organized by Aravaipa Running, takes place at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa, Arizona. The event offers multiple distances: 50 miles, 50K, 25K, 10K, and 5K, featuring scenic trails through desert landscapes, including the Goldfield Mountains and Tonto National Forest. The course includes challenging climbs, winding single tracks, and aid stations every few miles.

The atmosphere is energetic and community-focused, with a focus on trail running and ultramarathon experiences. Notable features include a cupless race format, live tracking, and the opportunity to participate in the Desert Runner Trail Series. The event emphasizes scenic views, challenging terrain, and environmental sustainability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Mesa

Race information

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50 mi

50 Miler

50 km

50k

25 km

25k

10 km

10k

5 km

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

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