Mesa
Trail Running Calendar near Mesa 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Mesa for 2026-2027! We've gathered 37 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.
Invitation or qualification only 24 hour and 100 mile track events at Camelback High School in Phoenix, with chip timing, aid station support, and performance-based prize money.
A multi-day running event in Peoria AZ from December 28, 2026 to January 3, 2027 featuring fixed-time and fixed-distance races organized by Aravaipa Running.
January 2027
A 14 mile trail race on Trail 100 in Phoenix's North Mountain Preserve, featuring single-track sections, steep climbs, loose rock, aid stations and a 4 hour cutoff. The route runs from Mountain View Park to Dreamy Draw and back.
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.
Community 5K hike and run at Papago Park in Phoenix where leashed, vaccinated dogs are welcome and a portion of fees supports Home Fur Good.
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.