Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs

It’s the grand finale of the Desert Runner Trail Series for a reason. Come and find out why for yourself at the 2026 Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs!

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs take place on rugged, single track trail with significant challenging climbs, incredible views, steep descents, large boulders, rocks, and desert vegetation. The courses offer a challenging but rewarding experience for all, from the beginning trail runner to the most experienced ultra marathoner.

The 50 Mile & 50 Km courses are designed for experienced trail runners since they travel through a hazardous (but incredibly awesome) section of trail/wash down Ford Canyon. Here, 50 Mile & 50 Km participants will be required to execute some downhill rock scrambling over the famed “White Tank” rock formations.

There are distance options for everyone at Mesquite Canyon, including the littlest trail runners at our kids only, “Mesquite Canyon Kids Race”!

Mesquite Canyon also serves as our championship race in the seven-race series that begins in October.

So, don’t miss out!

Plan to join us for the 2026 Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs or even better, the entire DRT series!

See you there!

You may also like the following events from Aravaipa Running:

• This Saturday, 9th August, 07:00 pm, Vertigo Night Runs in Waddell
• This month, 23rd August, 07:00 pm, Jackrabbit Jubilee 12hr & 6hr Runs in Buckeye
• Next month, 20th September, 06:00 am, That’s No Moon Trail Races in Silverado

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