Waddell
Trail Running Calendar near Waddell 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Waddell for 2026-2027! We've gathered 20 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A free community run at Piestewa Peak where participants climb the summit repeatedly during a six hour window. On-course refreshments, giveaways, and Everyday Ultra coaches run alongside participants.
September 2026
An evening 5K in Phoenix as part of a three race Desert Night Series raising funds for Child Crisis Arizona.
October 2026
Three Friday evening 5K races at AZ Falls in Phoenix with chip timing, age group awards, charity fundraising for Child Crisis Arizona, and a virtual option.
A 5 km desert trail run at Shangrai La Ranch in New River, Arizona, where nudity is encouraged but not required. Registration includes a day visit with pools, a café, clubhouse and game room, and the race is chip timed.
November 2026
A multi day endurance event at Estrella Mountain Regional Park featuring fixed-time and fixed-distance races on a certified 0.988178 mile loop and hosting the USATF 24 Hour Championship.
Obstacle course weekend at Phoenix Raceway featuring Sprint 5 km, Super 10 km, Beast 21 km and kids races; completing the three adult races earns a Trifecta.
December 2026
An invitational ultrarunning meet at Camelback High School featuring a 24 Hour timed event and a 100 Mile race on a 400 meter track.
A six-day running festival at Peoria Sports Complex with fixed-time races, fixed-distance ultras, a 1.42-mile loop, 24/7 aid and medical support.
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.
A dog friendly 5K hike and run at Papago Park in Phoenix on January 10, 2027, with part of the entry supporting the Home Fur Good animal shelter.
Multiple desert trail distances at Estrella Mountain Regional Park in Goodyear, AZ, from 5 miles to 100 miles, featuring looped courses, varied terrain, aid stations and camping.
Trail trail running event in Peoria on January 24, 2027 with half marathon, 10K, 5K and a virtual option; medals, shirts and age group awards included.
February 2027
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 fundraising climb at State Farm Stadium on February 20, 2027 supporting Arizona organizations that serve individuals and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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.
March 2027
A point to point 50 kilometer race from Lake Pleasant to Crown King that climbs over 6,800 feet through desert, jeep trail, and pine forest with five aid stations.
April 2027
A multi-distance trail event at Lake Pleasant Regional Park on April 4, 2027 featuring dam crossings, shoreline single-track and multiple aid stations.