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Name: Tough As Nails - Roxy Ann Trail Race
Start: 2026-05-16
End: 2026-05-16
Location: Medford

Medford, United States • 16 May 2026

Tough as Nails - Roxy Ann Trail Race

Tough as Nails - Roxy Ann Trail Race takes place Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Prescott Park at Roxy Ann Peak in Medford, Oregon. The event is organized by the nonprofit Southern Oregon Runners and funds raised will be donated to the Talent Middle School Cross Country team. Registration closes Friday, May 15 at 11:59 PM PT.

Distances

10 Miler
5K

The 10 Miler combines service road and trail sections, and includes some of Roxy's newer trails. The course for the 10 Miler includes approximately 1800 ft of elevation gain. The 5K follows the service road in a counterclockwise direction back to the finish.

The start and finish for both races are at the upper gravel parking lot at the base of the peak. All participants receive finisher socks. The event acknowledges volunteers and lists sponsors including Rogue Valley Runners and Jackson County Physical Therapy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Oregon Medford

Race information

Website Registration

10 mi

10 Miler

5 km

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

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