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Sierra Prieta 50k

Name: Sierra Prieta 50k
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Prescott

Prescott, United States • 15 Aug 2026

Sierra Prieta 50k

The Sierra Prieta 50k is a trail race held in the Sierra Prieta mountains near the White Rock Trailhead in Prescott, AZ. The course covers approximately 31.5 miles and includes about 5,500 feet of total climbing. Runners pass three prominent sections of the range: Thumb Butte, Quartz Mountain and Wolverton.

The event provides three aid stations located at mile 6.5, mile 15 and mile 23. A 3 MPH cut off is enforced on the course. The race is presented by The Hike Shack and Saddles 100. Registration closes on Thu, Aug 13 at 11:59 PM MT.

The description focuses on the route and support on course. It lists key distance and elevation figures, the main geographic features seen along the route, and the placement of aid stations for pacing and planning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Prescott

Race information

Website Registration

50 km

Sierra Prieta 50k

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

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