The VUE
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The VUE - Vortex Ultra Experience (April 18, 2026), Sedona, AZ
The VUE is a trail running event in the red rocks of Sedona that marks its fifth year in 2026. The courses use Westside single-track trails and include slickrock plateaus, red rock views and towering spires. Trail Running Escapes operates the event under permit from Coconino National Forest.
Distances offered:
- 50 Miles
- 34 Miles
- 21 Miles
- 12 Miles
- 4 Miles
Course maps, elevation profiles, turn-by-turn directions and aid station locations are provided on the event website. All registered runners receive a commemorative tech shirt and a finisher medal or buckle; buckles are awarded to 34M and 50M finishers. Bib pickup takes place at the Hike House the day before the race. The weekend program includes a community run and a shake-out run, an opening ceremony with a Moment of Intention and breath work, and a post-race vendor village and kick-back where participants can meet partners and share stories from the trails.
The event is presented as an Earth Day weekend celebration and highlights local trails and outdoor stewardship practices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
