Ragnar Trail Individual Arizona
Fort McDowell, United States • 6-7 Nov 2026
Trail Arizona Individual Races
Ragnar Trail Individual Arizona takes place at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fort McDowell, Arizona. The event provides an opportunity to run through the Sonoran Desert, featuring trails lined with saguaro cacti and views of mountain ridges. The course consists of hard-packed desert trails, rolling hills, gravel sections, and occasional sandy washes.
Participants can choose from three distinct individual formats:
- Single Loop: A 6.6 mile run on the Red Loop with 471 ft of elevation gain.
- 6H Ultra: A timed race where runners complete as many loops as possible within 6 hours.
- 24H Ultra: A timed endurance challenge allowing participants to run unlimited loops over 24 hours.
The event is held in a festival-like environment known as Ragnar Village. This central hub offers amenities such as a bonfire with S'mores, music, yoga sessions, and food trucks. Runners and their guests can camp under the stars within the park. The total course miles available for the ultra distances reach 15.2 miles, with a total elevation gain of 1,002 ft per full course rotation. Typical weather for this location in November includes temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to low 80s degrees Fahrenheit. Registration includes a finisher shirt and a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.