Apache Junction
Trail Running Calendar near Apache Junction 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Apache Junction for 2026-2027! We've gathered 23 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
Night trail event at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with five distances, rolling desert single track, stocked aid stations, live tracking and a cupless race policy.
A night time community 5K at the Desert Twilight festival in Arizona, run on a lit course with USATF status, age group medals and a limited event T shirt.
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 31 km night loop on the Javelina Jundred course at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with themed aid stations, a Jackass Junction party, and costume friendly night running.
November 2026
Trail running at McDowell Mountain Regional Park through Sonoran Desert trails, with Single Loop, 6H Ultra, and 24H Ultra options on November 6-7, 2026.
Team trail relay at McDowell Mountain Regional Park on November 6 to 7, 2026 with 121 miles of single track desert trails and on site village amenities.
December 2026
Night trail runs at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with 25K, 10 Mile and 5 Mile courses, stocked aid stations, live tracking and on-site medical support.
McDowell Mountain Frenzy in Fountain Hills AZ offers 50 mile, 50K, 25K, 10 mile and 5 mile trail races on marked single track with aid stations and chip timing.
January 2027
Trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park across multiple distances on Saguaro-studded single-track with chip timing, aid stations, cupless service and shuttle parking.
Trail running event in Apache Junction, Arizona featuring marathon, half marathon, 10K, 8K and a 2 mile fun run through the Superstition Mountains.
Backyard ultra at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa AZ with separate run and ruck races on repeating loops until one final finisher in each discipline.
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.
Two day Spartan obstacle weekend at Fort McDowell Rodeo Grounds featuring Sprint, Super, kids races, a four hour Hurricane Heat, and spectator options.
A 70.4 km out and back linking four Phoenix Mountain Preserve summits, eight summit hits, 11,312 ft of climbing, unsupported with multiple public water stops.