Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim to Rim via Bright Angel
An internationally-recognized trail run through the United State's largest canyon.
Severe Trail Running
- Distance
- 73 km
- Ascent
- 4.1 km
- Descent
- 4.1 km
Trail Running in Arizona
Go trail running in Arizona with curated guides of the best trail runs across the region. With over 323 3D trail maps in FATMAP, you can easily discover and navigate the best trails in Arizona.
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Trail Running Routes in Arizona
Ocotillo / Sidewinder Loop
A staple trail running loop starting at the Desert Hills Trailhead.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 8.4 km
- Ascent
- 167 m
- Descent
- 167 m
Piestewa Peak
A classic run with 360-degree views atop Piestewa Peak.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 350 m
- Descent
- 350 m
Mesquite / Willow Canyon Loop
A remote and beautiful trail run through the rugged White Tank Mountains.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 490 m
- Descent
- 490 m
Pima East & West Loops
A short trail run originating from the Pima Canyon Trailhead.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 4.3 km
- Ascent
- 82 m
- Descent
- 82 m
Black Rock Loop & Waterfall Trail
A short trail run in White Tank Regional Park with ancient petroglyphs and a rock waterfall.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 57 m
- Descent
- 57 m
Ford Canyon / Goat Camp Loop
This is arguably the most epic trail running loop near Phoenix.
Severe Trail Running
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 738 m
- Descent
- 738 m
Starr Pass Tour
A cactus-filled trail run through eastern Tuscon Mountain Park.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 231 m
- Descent
- 230 m
South Mountain Preserve: Eastern Sampler
A comprehensive trail running route on the eastern portion of South Mountain.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 439 m
- Descent
- 439 m
Freedom Trail
A short trail run around the base of Piestewa Peak.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 6.1 km
- Ascent
- 361 m
- Descent
- 361 m
Pearl Charles Trail
An excellent intermediate trail run beginning at Dreamy Draw Recreation Area.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 8.7 km
- Ascent
- 336 m
- Descent
- 336 m
House Mountain
A remote, rugged run to the summit of House Mountain.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 637 m
- Descent
- 637 m
Turkey Creek Trail
If you want to escape the crowds on Sedona's most popular trails, check out Turkey Creek.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 454 m
- Descent
- 454 m
West Fork Trail of Oak Creek
Run and wade up the beautiful West Fork Trail.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 592 m
- Descent
- 592 m
Boynton Canyon + Subway Cave
Run to a spectacular cave in the side of a canyon wall.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 341 m
- Descent
- 341 m
Boynton Canyon
A mellow but beautiful run up Boynton Canyon.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 9.7 km
- Ascent
- 254 m
- Descent
- 254 m