At a glance
- Date
- Mar 13, 2027
- Location
- Waddell, Arizona
- Distances
- 50 mi, 50K, 30K, Half Marathon, 8K
- Elevation gain
- 7,725 ft
- Aid stations
- 4, 1 with crew access
- Registration
- Open until Mar 8, 2027, via ultrasignup.com
Listed from UltraSignup. Checked Oct 18, 2026.
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Build my planAbout this race
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.
Key dates
Early (until 9/29) ends
Sep 29, 2026
until 2/13 ends
Feb 13, 2027
Registration closes
Mar 8, 2027
until 3/8 ends
Mar 8, 2027
Race day
Mar 13, 2027
Pricing
50 Mile
until 2/13, then $200 from Feb 14, 2027
$185
50K
until 2/13, then $160 from Feb 14, 2027
$145
30K
until 2/13, then $120 from Feb 14, 2027
$105
Half Marathon
until 2/13, then $90 from Feb 14, 2027
$80
8K
until 2/13, then $50 from Feb 14, 2027
$45
All distances
Kid's Fun Run
$10
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Aid stations
4| Station | Distance | Crew | Drop bags | Cutoff | Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Waddell Services the 8K, 1/2 Marathon, 30K, 50K, and 50 Mile races. | -- | -- | waterelectrolyte drink (NeverSecond)sweet snackssalty snacks+1 | ||
Mesquite Canyon Most remote aid station, sponsored by the Surprise Running Club. All supplies hauled up the mountain with backpacks including all water. No ice at this station. | 22.90 miles | 1:30 PM (50 Mile) / 2:00 PM (50K) | waterelectrolyte drink (NeverSecond)sweet snackssalty snacks+1 | ||
Goat Camp Services the 50 Mile, 50K, and 30K runners. Has drop bags, water, food, and ice. Crew accessible. Also appears as 'Goat Camp II' at mile 36.2 for 50 Mile runners. | 14.10 miles | 10:30 AM (50K at mile 14.1) / 4:30 PM (50 Mile at mile 36.2) | waterfoodice | ||
Ford Canyon Water only aid station accessed by 50 Mile and 50K runners. No ice at this station. | -- | -- | water |
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