San Tan Scramble
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Event overview
The San Tan Scramble Trail Runs take place on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at San Tan Mountain Regional Park in Queen Creek, Arizona. The race offers multiple distances:
- 50K
- 26K
- 17K
- 9K
- 5K
- Kids Run
The event is part of the Desert Runner Trail Series and awards points to different series divisions depending on distance. Chip timing is used, and awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each distance. All finishers receive a finisher award and gender-specific race shirts are offered.
Course and logistics
Courses run on rolling single-track trails through the foothills of the San Tan and Goldmine mountain ranges with sections featuring steep, rocky climbs and sandy wash areas. Aid stations are located approximately every 2.2 to 5.1 miles and offer water, electrolyte drink, snacks, and fruit; runners are asked to carry at least one bottle of water. This is a cupless event; participants should bring a reusable cup or can purchase one on site.
Crews are allowed only at the start/finish headquarters, pacers are not permitted, and drop bags are available for the 50K and 26K at the start/finish. Park entry fees apply and organizers note shuttle parking arrangements for some shorter-distance runners at Mountain View Church (4815 W Hunt Hwy, San Tan Valley, AZ 85144). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
