Welcome to the Black Canyon Ultras The Black Canyon Ultras feature point to point 100K & 60K courses along the world-class Black Canyon National Recreation Trail. The 2022 Black Canyon 100K is a 2023 Western States 100 qualifier. You must complete the entire 100K distance under 17 hours in order to be eligible for [...]
Welcome to the 7th annual Big Pine Trail Runs at Fort Tuthill County Park! Runners will get to experience both the Soldiers Trail and Highlands Trail Loop (6 Km runners will only run on a partial Soldiers Trail loop) which winds through the ponderosa pines above 7,000 ft, eventually topping out on a mesa with expansive [...]
Join us for the third race in our Insomniac Night Trail Series and test out our new course routes exploring the trails of Estrella Mountain Regional Park in the foothills of the mighty Sierra Estrella Mountains. Choose from race distances of 6K up to 54K. This race is part of the 2021 Insomniac Night Trail Run [...]
Meet the mountain this summer in Silverton, Colorado! The Kendall Mountain Run starts in downtown Silverton and traverses jeep roads to within a final 300 vertical foot scramble to the summit of Kendall Mountain overlooking town and the majestic San Juan Mountains. Ascend from 9,318 feet to 13,066 feet to tag the summit! Experience the [...]
Join us for the all NEW Stunner Night Runs at the beautiful Usery Mountain Regional Park under a FULL MOON! This flat and fast course utilizes the Chain Fruit, Lost Sheep, Channel, and Blevins Trails. Wind through Chain Fruit cholla at the base of Pass Mountain. This race is part of the 2021 Insomniac Night Trail [...]
This is a call to the #SteepSquad and all those who embrace the #SteepLife: Aravaipa’s next virtual challenge of the year is here, and the name of the game is VERT. Raised By Rams is a 10-day mission to rack up as much vertical gain as possible. Inspired by our founder Jamil Coury’s love of climbing and [...]
One of the toughest most spectacular mountain races in all of North America in a little known mountain range near Beaver, Utah. The Tushar Mountains are a hidden gem of high altitude peaks, mountain canyons, alpine lakes and stunning terrain. Come find out for yourself why this is a MUST DO race. The Tushars Mountain [...]
Experience the beauty of White Tank Mountain Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Vertigo Night Runs. Our new 6K distance is perfect for first time night trail runners and the challenging 10K course will push those ready for a new distance. This race is part of the 2022 Insomniac Night [...]
The Mogollon Monster 100 is a rugged, challenging trail race taking place about 90 minutes northeast of Phoenix, Arizona just outside the small town of Pine, Arizona. The Mogollon Monster includes the advanced degree endurance race of 100 miles, with the addition a 42 Kilometer race on Sunday. The races navigate up, down, around and [...]
Come experience the beauty of McDowell Mountain Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Javelina Jangover Night Runs. The 25K, 50K, and 75K take runners on the entire Pemberton Trail that the Javelina Jundred in October uses as well. This race is part of the 2022 Insomniac Night Trail Run Series with [...]
The Flagstaff Sky Peaks Mountain Runs features some of the most spectacular running in Arizona. Each race distance will kick off from the Hotshots Camp near the base of Snowbowl road and explore a mix of single track along the AZT under canopies of color changing Aspen, along with varied mountain terrain.This year’s Sky Peaks [...]
New for 2022, we have partnered with Aravaipa Running to invite runners to participate in The APEX. Runners will choose from three distance options - all starting and finishing in America the Beautiful Park on the final day of the event, which features The APEX Outdoor Festival & Expo.
Javelina Jundred is the original costumed 100 mile trail run party. We are celebrating 20 Years in the desert, Jalloween weekend, October 29, 2022! The race is held on a ~20 mile rolling single track trail course comprised mostly of the Pemberton Trail in beautiful McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Join us for the [...]
The Night Race within a race! Not ready for 100 Miles or 100K but want to experience Javelina for yourself? This night race has a one loop option for runners who want to experience Javelina and the infamous party at Jackass Junction first hand! Runners are encouraged to dress up for this unique “Jalloween” adventure! [...]
The Pass Mountain Trail Run is the second race in the Aravaipa Running – Desert Runner Trail Series, Arizona’s premier trail & ultra run series. RACE INFORMATION 2022 Update: 10 Km (and possibly 5K) runners may need to park off-site for the race. There will be a shuttle provided from a nearby parking lot to the [...]
Experience the beauty of Usery Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Punisher Night Runs. Our 20K distance is perfect for night trail runners ready to step up from the 10K and the challenging 30K will push those ready for a new challenge. This race is part of the 2022 Insomniac [...]
Stronger Together In 2020, the Aravaipa Strong Virtual Race served as a way for the Aravaipa Community around the world to come together as one during trying times. Along with the amazing stories and experiences we were able to share, this amazing community was able to raise nearly $17,000 for the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund to [...]
What started as an ‘ultra-experiment’ for young Nathan Coury’s college thesis on fat oxidation and ultra running, becomes a 48 hour family fixed-time festival celebrating our season at Nardini Manor! We beefed up the original Ox to bring you 48 hours of ultra fun on the flat and fast custom built gravel running track [...]
Course Summary Now in its sixth year, Mayhem runners will get to experience the competitive track on a cool December night, providing a unique trail experience as you share the trail with 50 mile runners from our day race, Frenzy, on your way to the finish line. Double Down! We also hold the McDowell Mountain [...]
Runners meeting one of the listed qualifying standards may apply for acceptance into Desert Solstice. The entry fee applies to all runners regardless of qualification time, and all runners are eligible to earn prize money for their performances as listed below. Runners may request acceptance at other race lengths (e.g. 100k, 12 Hour) for comparable performances. [...]
Now celebrating 11 years, the Cave Creek Thriller hosts four different distances and acts as the first race of the Fall Desert Runner Trail Series. What began as a looped course within the Cave Creek Regional Park years ago, 50K runners will have the unique opportunity to connect two regional parks in one day! Starting [...]
Experience the beauty of Cave Creek Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Thrasher Night Runs. Our new 22K distance is perfect for filling in the gap between our 11K and 33K for you night trail runners ready for a new challenge. This race is part of the 2022 Insomniac Night [...]
Across the Years is the original fixed-time multi-day running event celebrating the New Year! Runners select their event and cover as much distance as possible. Each runner is free to walk, stop, eat, sleep whenever they wish, but the clock is always running! Starting December 28, we celebrate the traditions of pedestrianism and fixed-time racing with a [...]
This is not a park sponsored event A permitted running event will be occurring in the park. The event will be staged out of the Youth Group Area and use the following trails: Verde, Pemberton, Escondido, & Youth/Minks Trails Visitors to the park are encouraged to use alternative trailheads and be aware of increased usage of the above [...]
Come experience the beauty of McDowell Mountain Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Javelina Jangover Night Runs. The 25K, 50K, and 75K take runners on the entire Pemberton Trail that the Javelina Jundred in October uses as well. 10K and 7K runners will be parking at the 4 Peaks [...]
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