Apache Junction
Trail Running Calendar near Apache Junction 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Apache Junction for 2026-2027! We've gathered 27 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Charity bib entries reserve spots in the Javelina Jundred 100 Mile and 100K races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with fundraising minimums of $4,000 and $3,000. The 100 Mile is a 2027 Western States qualifier and a Golden Ticket race.
A single-loop night 31 km on the Javelina course in McDowell Mountain Regional Park with four aid stations, costume emphasis, and recommended headlamp and glow gear.
November 2026
Individual trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in the Sonoran Desert offering Single Loop, 6H Ultra, and 24H Ultra on November 6-7, 2026.
A two-day team trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fort McDowell AZ featuring single-track desert trails, camping in Ragnar Village, and a total course of 121 miles.
December 2026
Night trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 25K, 10 Mile and 5 Mile distances with staffed aid stations, on-site medical support, and a Double Down challenge.
Multiple trail races in Fountain Hills AZ featuring 50 Mile, 50K, 25K, 10 Mile and 5 Mile courses on desert single track with aid stations and chip timing.
January 2027
Multi distance trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park featuring single track desert trails, aid stations, cupless service, and shuttles for 5K and 9K participants.
A multi-distance trail running weekend in Apache Junction, Arizona, with marathon, half, 10K, 8K trail run and a family 2 mile fun run on MLK Day Weekend.
Backyard style last person standing run and ruck at Usery Mountain Regional Park with hourly loops until a single runner and a single rucker finish.
50 km and 25 km trail races on the Pemberton Trail in McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona, with rolling terrain and one on-course aid station.
An endurance loop race at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 3 hour, 6 hour or 10 hour 42 minute formats for solo runners and teams of two to four.
February 2027
A sunset trail race at McDowell Mountain Regional Park covering 14K on desert trails with two aid stations and parking for a vehicle fee.
An obstacle course weekend at Fort McDowell Rodeo Grounds featuring sprint, super, kids races, a 4-hour Hurricane Heat and spectator access.
A continuous 70.4 km out and back linking four Phoenix Mountain Preserve peaks with eight summit hits, 11,312 ft of climb, no supplied aid and numerous public water points.
Trail runs of 10K and 20K through McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, AZ, featuring an aid station, camping option, park entrance fee, and a 4-hour cutoff.