Wickenburg's Wild West Run
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Wickenburg's Wild West Run
Wickenburg's Wild West Run is a multi-distance running event held at Vulture City Ghost Town in Wickenburg, Arizona. The event offers an out-and-back route along Vulture Mine Road with sections that run through the Ghost Town. The setting features desert terrain with distant mountain views.
Distances offered include:
- Half Marathon - 13.1 miles
- 15K - 9.3 miles
- 10K - 6.2 miles
- 5K - 3.1 miles
- Kids Fun Run - 1 mile loop for children 10 and under
Course surface is compacted dirt on the side of the road. Runners are required to remain on the same side of the road for both outbound and inbound legs and should not cross the road during the event. Water stations are located at designated turnaround points; participants in 10K and longer distances pass each station twice. The Kids Fun Run is not timed; each child receives a shirt and a participation medal and may be accompanied by one adult on course.
Race packets include a shirt and a bib with a disposable timing chip. Shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations completed on or before 2026-03-29 and are available in limited supply afterward. Awards and prizes include medals for top finishers in multiple age brackets and prizes for Best Dressed West outfits. Pets are not allowed on course; strollers are permitted with a request that stroller users line up toward the back of the start area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.