Location
Group picnic area (Ramadas 2 & 3) within Cave Creek Regional Park, Cave Creek, AZ. Directions
Course Summary
Features a loop on the rugged and scenic Go John and Overton trails. 50 Km and 30 Km runners will also complete an out and back on the Jasper, Slate and Flume Trails. Portions of the trail are steep, rocky, and entirely exposed to the sun with great views to the north.
Weather
Forecast for Cave Creek, AZ
Bib/Shirt Pickup
Thursday, October 18
Packet Pickup 4:00-7:00PM
Group run 5:30-6:30PM
iRun Phoenix
4730 E. Indian School Rd. #125
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 368-5330
-or-
Saturday, October 20
Race Day Pickup 6:00-8:15AM
Cave Creek Regional Park
Aid Stations
Aid stations every 3-6 miles including water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water. Aid station distance chart:
Race Perks
Technical fabric color race shirt (Men’s & Women’s styles)
Chip timed race results displayed at finish line
Scenic and challenging course on desert trails
Well stocked aid stations every 3-6 miles
Post race food (soup, bagels, fresh fruit) & socializing
Awards
Awards to top male & female finishers at each distance. Winners of the 30 km and 50 km races will earn free entry into the DRT Series Championship in March at Mesquite Canyon. All finishers will receive a finisher award.
Entry Fees
| Until 8/24 | Until 9/21 | Until 10/16 | Race Day | |
| 10KM | $35 | $40 | $45 | $55 |
| 30KM | $45 | $50 | $55 | $65 |
| 50KM | $60 | $65 | $70 | $80 |
Save $10 with our no-shirt option! Shirts guaranteed on race day if ordered by 9/21, otherwise will be mailed out within 1 month after the race.
Entrant Limit
250 Runners
Registration Options
Register for Entire Series: (3) 50 Mile + (4) 50k Races
Register for Entire Series: (7) 50k Races
Register for Entire Series: (7) Trail Series Races
Online via Ultra Signup
Mail-In Entry Form
Online registration closes on 10/16 at midnight. Registration available after at packet pickup and race day.
Cut-Off
9 hours for the 50km (4pm). All 50km runners must be leave on their third and final loop by 2pm (7 hours into the race).
Courses
The 10km race makes a loop of the hilly and challenging Go John and Overton trails. The 30km course consists of two loops, the first being the Go John and Overton Loop with an added out and back along the Jasper, Slate, and Flume Trails. The second loop is identical to the 10K course. The 50km course completes two loops of the Go John/Flume Loop and one final loop on the 10K course.
Course Photos
Course Detail (Maps, Elevation Profiles, GPS Tracks)
50K | Elevation Profile | Topo Map | 3D | GPX
30K | Elevation Profile | Topo Map | 3D | GPX
10K | Elevation Profile | Topo Map | 3D | GPX
*Note on GPX files: Right click and select “Save link as…” to download GPX files. GPX files may be opened by downloading the demo version of TopoFusion for free.
2011 | 50 Km | 30 Km | 10 Km | Splits
2010 | 50 Km | 30 Km | 10 Km
2011 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery, Manoj Nagalla, Bret Sarnquist
2010 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery
Race Day Schedule
Please arrive early to park, check in and warm up prior to your run. Restroom facilities are located at the start line at a permanent park facility.
6:00 AM – Packet pickup / race day registration begin
7:00 AM – 50 Kilometer Start
8:00 AM – 30 Kilometer Start
8:30 AM – 10 Kilometer Start
2:00 PM – 50 Km runners must leave on 3rd (last) loop
4:00 PM – Overall cutoff / Race ends
Park Entry Fee
Remember the park charges a $6 park entry fee per vehicle. Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) available on race morning for a smooth entry process. Carpool to save!
Trail Running & Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations.
Race Timing
We will be utilizing a chip timing system at this event to record your time at the finish. You will be provided with a timing chip attached to the back side of your race bib. It is important to not crease, or fold the the timing chip to ensure your finish time is read.
Drop Bags
A drop bag will be allowed at the start/finish line for the 50km and 30km runners to be accessed after each loop.
Aid Station Helpers
Sign Up Here
Course Markings
The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with 8 ½ x 11 inch laminated signs. Please pay attention to these signs at each junction as there are multiple race distances and race courses! Course signs will correspond with your race’s color (All distances = Orange, 10K = Blue, 30K = Yellow, 50K = Pink). In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All runners are responsible for understanding the layout of the courses. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or print a map to bring along with you.
Parking / Start Area
The start/finish line is located at the Group Picnic Area. Overflow parking will be available at the horse staging area parking lot or around the Tonalite Drive Loop approximately 1/4 mile from the start/finish area.
Camping
Cave Creek Regional Park offers a campground with 38 individual sites and a group camping area. Each site has a large parking area to accommodate up to a 45′ RV and is a “Developed Site,” with water and electrical hook-ups, dump station, a picnic table, a barbecue grill, and fire ring. Cave Creek Regional Park provides immaculate restrooms with flush toilets and hot water showers. All sites in the campground may be reserved online at http://www.maricopacountyparks.org/.
Camping Fees
Directions
From central Phoenix, take I-17 north to Carefree Hwy (SR 74). Exit Carefree Hwy. and travel east to 32nd St. (7 miles). Turn north on 32nd St. to the Cave Creek Regional Park entrance.
Address
37019 N Lava Ln
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Turn Sheet & Aid Station Distances
Distances are estimates based upon GPS track.
