High Mountain Half Marathon
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Event Overview
The High Mountain Half Marathon Decade Anniversary 2026 takes place in Lakeside, Arizona. This event marks the tenth anniversary of the race and offers a variety of distances held over two days. The schedule includes a half marathon, a 10K, and two separate 5K options, as well as a dedicated run for children.
Course Details
The 13.1 mile half marathon is a point to point course. Participants are transported by bus from Blue Ridge High School to the start line. The route travels down Porter Mountain, through areas populated with cedar and pine trees, and moves into the town of Pinetop/Lakeside. The race finishes at the Blue Ridge High School track. A time limit of 4 hours is enforced for this distance, requiring a minimum pace of 18:19 per mile to reach checkpoints before the roadway opens to vehicle traffic.
The 5K held on Saturday is an out and back course that begins and ends at the Blue Ridge High School track. On Friday evening, the 5K Glow Run/Walk consists of two large loops around the school grounds. This non-timed event predominantly uses paved paths and the track, with a small segment on a grass field where participants may choose to pass through paint powder stations.
Distances and Participation
Registration for timed events includes a t-shirt and a finisher medal. The following distances are available:
- 13.1 Miles (Half Marathon)
- 6.2 Miles (10K)
- 3.1 Miles (5K)
- 5K (Glow Run/Walk, non-timed)
- 1K (Kids Run for ages 0-12)
The Friday evening Glow Run/Walk utilizes an unlit course and participants are advised to bring flashlights or headlamps. Music is played at various points along the route. The 1K Kids Run is a free event with shirts and medals provided to the first 75 registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
