Apache Junction
Trail Running Calendar near Apache Junction 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Apache Junction for 2026-2027! We've gathered 24 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 night time single loop of about 31 km on the Javelina Jundred course in McDowell Mountain Regional Park with four aid stations and an on-course party at Jackass Junction.
November 2026
Trail event at McDowell Mountain Park with a 6.6 mile Red Loop and 6H and 24H timed ultra options through saguaro lined desert trails.
A two-day team trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park featuring 121 total miles, desert scenery, Ragnar Village amenities, and camping options.
December 2026
Night trail races at McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering 25K, 10 Mile and 5.2 Mile courses with aid stations, live tracking, and a Double Down option the same day.
Trail runs on December 5, 2026 in McDowell Mountain Regional Park offering distances from 5 miles to 50 miles on Sonoran Desert single track.
January 2027
Trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, AZ offering 50K, 26K, 17K, 9K, 5K and a kids run on desert single-track trails.
A trail running event in Apache Junction offering races from 2 miles to a full marathon through the Superstition Mountains.
A backyard ultra at Usery Mountain Regional Park where runners and ruckers complete repeated loops until one finisher remains in each category.
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 self supported group run in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve on Feb 20, 2027 covering 43.8 miles and 11,312 feet of gain across four summit circuits.
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.