Tempe
Trail Running Calendar near Tempe 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Tempe for 2026-2027! We've gathered 39 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
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.
Trail races at San Tan Mountain Regional Park featuring 50K, 26K, 17K, 9K and 5K on desert single track with aid stations, cupless service, shuttles for shorter races and on-site medical support.
A multi-date trail and road race series in early 2027 around Queen Creek AZ, with four distance categories and a cupless race policy.
A multi-distance desert trail event at Estrella Mountain Regional Park featuring 100 Mile, 100K, 50K and shorter races with looped courses, aid stations, chip timing and live tracking.
A winter trail running event in Apache Junction offering Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 8K Trail Run and a 2 Mile Fun Run on MLK Day Weekend, with community support and proceeds aiding local youth programs.
Backyard ultra in Mesa, AZ with repeated trail loops, separate running and rucking races, night road sections, and specific ruck weight requirements.
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.
Trail run event at Paloma Community Park on January 24, 2027 offering half marathon, 10K, 5K and a virtual option with medals and shirts for participants.
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.
A multi-distance event on the Maricopa Trail featuring 36- and 15-mile mountain-bike courses plus a 10-mile out-and-back trail run, finishing at Lake Pleasant with aid stations, live tracking, camping, and proceeds benefiting local trail stewardship.
February 2027
Trail runs in Cave Creek Regional Park on February 6, 2027 offering distances from 6K to 50 miles on single track desert trails with aid stations and chip timing.
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 with sprint, super, kids races, a 4 hour Hurricane Heat, and spectator access amid warm, dusty trail terrain.
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.
A 5K in Phoenix on 02/27/2027 with an in-person family race and a virtual option, raising funds for people experiencing homelessness. The paved, flat canal trail is wheelchair and stroller friendly with two water stations.
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.
June 2027