Mesquite Canyon

MAR

14

2026

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs challenge participants on the rugged desert trails of Arizona's White Tank Mountains. Choose from distances ranging from an 8K to a demanding 50 miler that includes technical rock scrambling. The event also features a dedicated Kids Fun Run.

Sat 14 Mar 2026

Waddell, Arizona

Website Registration

50 miles 50 kilometers 30 kilometers Half Marathon 8 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Mesquite Canyon Trail Runs take place on March 14, 2026, at the White Tank Mountain area near Waddell, Arizona.

Distances

The event offers the following distances:

50 Miler
50K
30K
1/2 Marathon
8K
Kid's Fun Run (approximately 1.5 miles)

Course Details

The runs take place on rugged, single-track trails. The courses feature significant climbs, steep descents, and varied terrain including large boulders and rocks. The 50 Mile and 50K courses travel through a section of trail/wash in Ford Canyon that requires downhill rock scrambling over rock formations. The event is described as a cupless event to lessen its environmental footprint; reusable cups are available, or participants can bring their own.

Registration

Online registration closes on Monday, March 9, 2026. Late registration is available at packet pickup locations. The Kids Fun Run is a separate race with its own registration, bib, and finisher token or medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 mi

50 Miler

50 km

50k

30 km

30k

Half Marathon

1/2 Marathon

8 km

Kid's Fun Run