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Trail Running Calendar near Vail 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Vail for 2026-2027! We've gathered 14 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026
Oct
4
Su

Catalina State Park 50-Year Trail Race

Trail Run Walk 5 km 9 mi
Trail event at Catalina State Park on October 4, 2026 offering a 9.3 mile course with a 2.75 mile out-and-back and a 5K on nature and bridal trails.
November 2026
Nov
7
Sa

Pecan Classic 10K

Trail Run Walk 5 km 10 km
Pecan Classic is an orchard run offering 5K and 10K distances in early November, staged where pecan trees are ready for harvest. The event is hosted by Farmers Investment CO and donates proceeds to a local non profit.
Nov
8
Su

Everyone Runs Catalina State Park 10 Mile

Road Race Trail Run Walk 5 km 5 mi 11 mi
Trail and road races at Catalina State Park on November 8, 2026, offering 10.6 and 5.3 mile trail distances plus a 5k road run, breakfast, free photos, finisher shirts, and age-group awards; entry fees are non-refundable.
Nov
26
Th

Thanksgiving XC Classic 5K

Trail Run Walk 2 mi 5 km
A Thanksgiving cross-country event at Reid Park with a European-style course and hay bales. Distances include a two-loop 5K and a one-loop 1.5 mile fun run; strollers are allowed and dogs are not permitted.
December 2026
Dec
5
Sa

Colossal Vail 50/50

Trail Run Half Marathon 55 km 50 mi
An Arizona Trail ultra on December 5, 2026, around Vail with 50 mile, 55K and half marathon options. Courses start and finish at Colossal Cave Mountain Park and feature well-stocked aid stations and a cupless policy.
Dec-Mar
5-6
Sa

Southern Arizona Triple 50

Trail Run 150 mi
Three 50 mile trail ultras on the Arizona National Scenic Trail make a season long challenge where each race must be finished within 15 hours. Finishers receive event swag and a custom garment, and certain groups are eligible for registration discoun..
Dec
12
Sa

Vail Jingle Trail

Trail Run 3 mi
Join a holiday tradition in Tucson with 5k and 1k runs starting at the Mica Mountain High School track. Support Toys for Tots by bringing a donation while navigating a varied cross country course.
January 2027
Jan
10
Su

Beyond Saguaro National Park West

Trail Run Walk 4 mi
Free non competitive 4 mile and 1 mile runs through Saguaro National Park West on Jan 10 2027 with a 300 participant limit and an out and back dirt road course.
Jan
23
Sa

Empire Ranch Run

Trail Run Walk 3 mi 10 km
A community trail event at the Historic Empire Ranch in Las Cienegas National Conservation Area with a 10k, a 5k run/walk and multiple one-mile family and children’s events, produced by Run Tucson with the Empire Ranch Foundation and BLM.
February 2027
Feb
13
Sa

Sonoita Vineyards Wine Run

Trail Run Walk 2 mi 5 km
A chip timed 5k run and walk through the vineyard at Sonoita Vineyards in Elgin, Arizona on February 13, 2027. Entry includes race swag and a wine pour and the event awards age group prizes across ten year categories.
Feb
21
Su

Old Tucson Trail Run 8-Mile

Trail Run Walk 4 mi 8 mi
Run through a legendary western film set and the rugged Tucson Mountain Park. Choose between 8 mile, 4 mile, or family friendly 1 mile distances featuring desert trails and historic movie streets.
March 2027
Mar
6
Sa

Old Pueblo Endurance Runs

Trail Run 25 mi 50 mi
Old Pueblo Endurance Runs near Sonoita, Arizona offers 50 mile and 25 mile trail courses on the flanks of the Santa Rita Mountains. Established in 1985, the race follows sections of the Arizona Trail and links with regional ultra series.
April 2027
Apr
4
Su

AZT Vail Scramble

Trail Run 10 km Half Marathon Marathon
Trail marathon, half marathon and 10K on the Arizona Trail between the Santa Rita and Rincon Mountains, finishing at Gabe Zimmerman Trailhead in Vail AZ.
Apr
10
Sa

Sabino Canyon Sunset Run

Trail Run Walk 2 mi 7 mi
A sunset road race in Sabino Canyon near Tucson offering a 7.4 mile out-and-back on the paved tram road and a 2 mile fun run. Online registration is capped, all entrants receive a shirt, and finishers in the longer distance receive a medal.
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