Location
The San Tan Trailhead within San Tan Mountain Regional Park, Queen Creek, AZ. Directions
Course Summary
Tour the foothills of the San Tan and Goldmine mountain ranges.
Weather
Forecast for Queen Creek, AZ
Bib/Shirt Pickup
Thursday, January 31
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, February 2
Packet Pickup 6-8:15AM
San Tan Mountain Regional Park
Aid Stations
Aid stations every 2.5 to 5 miles including water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.
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 3-5 miles
Post race food (soup, fresh fruit) & socializing
Awards
Awards to top male & female finishers at each distance. Winners of each race will earn free entry into the DRT Series Championship in March at Mesquite Canyon.
Entry Fees
| Until 12/17 | Until 1/4 | Until 1/29 | Race Day | |
| 9KM | $35 | $40 | $45 | $55 |
| 27KM | $45 | $50 | $55 | $65 |
| 50KM | $60 | $65 | $70 | $80 |
Save $10 with our no-shirt option! Shirts guaranteed on race day if ordered by 1/4, otherwise may be mailed out within 1 month after the race.
Registration Options
Online via Ultra Signup
Mail-in Entry
Online registration closes on 1/29. Registration available after at packet pickup and race day.
Cut-Off
9 hours for the 50km.
Courses
The 9km race makes a loop of the San Tan, Hedgehog, and Goldmine trails. The 27km makes a loop of the San Tan trail with an out and back to the Goldmine Trailhead plus the 9km course. The 50km course makes 3 loops of the San Tan trail with an out and back to the Goldmine Trailhead. The out and back section on the Goldmine Trail is on a very steep rocky trail and portions of the San Tan trail are in a sandy wash. *Aid Stations subject to change locations pending park approval.
Course Photos
*Aid Stations subject to change locations pending park approval.
Course Detail (Maps, Elevation Profiles, GPS Tracks)
50K | Elevation Profile | Hi-Res Topo Map | 3D | GPX
27K | Elevation Profile | Hi-Res Topo Map | 3D | GPX
9K | Elevation Profile | Hi-Res 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.
2012 | 50 Km | 25 Km | 9 Km
2011 | 50 Km | 25 Km | 9 Km
2012 | Aravaipa Photo Gallery | Megan Powers
2011 | 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
8:00 AM – 27 Kilometer
8:30 AM – 9 Kilometer
4:00 PM – 50 Kilometer Cutoff
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 embedded in your race bib number. Please wear this bib on the front of your clothing on race day.
Drop Bags
A drop bag will be allowed at the start/finish line for the 50km and 27km runners to be accessed after each loop.
Aid Station Helpers
Sign Up Here
Course Markings
Each course will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with colorful 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 bib color (9K = Blue, 27K = Yellow, 50K = Pink). In addition, WRONG WAY flagging (blue & white checkerboard) and red signage will be posted to designate non-race 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 Trailhead Staging Area. Once you enter the park through the entry station, follow the paved road around to the dirt parking area. The start line is a short walk to the San Tan Trailhead. Detailed park map
Camping
There is no camping available at San Tan Mountain Regional Park.
Directions
From central Phoenix, take I-10 east to US 60 east. Exit Power Road south to Hunt Highway. Travel east on Hunt Highway to Thompson Road south. Turn west on Phillips Road to the San Tan Mountain Regional Park entrance.
Address
6533 West Phillips Road
Queen Creek Arizona 85142
Turn Sheet & Aid Station Distances
Distances are estimates based upon GPS track.
