Blackout Night Runs
Flagstaff, AZ
Join us in the pines of Flagstaff for our only night race in Northern Arizona at the Blackout Night Runs. This race takes place on the eve of the annual camping extravaganza at the Big Pine Trail Runs. Do both and earn a "double down" medal!
Start Times
7:00PM - 27K Start7:30PM - 13K Start
8:00PM - 6K Start
Bib Pickup
&
Late Registration
Friday, June 186:00-8:30 PM
Fort Tuthill County Park
2446 Fort Tuthill Loop
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
Volunteer
We need help to make Blackout Night Runs possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!Race Perks
Blackout Branded Goodie
Finish Line Photo
Copy of Chip timed race results
Iced coffee bar
Well stocked aid station
Custom Finisher Medal
Live Tracking
Follow the 2027 Blackout Night Runs with live split points throughout the race.Race Registration
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Course Information
Date | Friday, June 18, 2027
Start Time | 7:00 pm
Time Limit | 5 Hours (12:00 am)
Distance | 16.8 Miles
Total Elevation Gain | 1,293 feet
Max Elevation | 7,137 feet
Women's Course Record | 2:17:30 - Jessica Clark (2018)
27 Km runners will get to experience both the Soldiers Trail and Highlands Trail Loop which winds through the ponderosa pines above 7,000 ft, eventually topping out on a mesa with expansive views of starry skies over dark mountain backdrops before being enveloped back into the trees. The trail ranges from narrow single track to wide well-maintained forest paths.
The course is well graded for beginners while allowing the more experienced runner to stretch their legs and gun for a fast time while still maintaining the challenge of being at a higher elevation. The course is designed as a multi-loop race with the 27 Km doing 2 full circuits.
Aid stations every 4.0 to 4.4 miles including water, electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel-2O), sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. As it can get hot and you’ll be running at elevation, please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.
Mileage Chart
27K
Start
0
Highland Aid
4.1
Start/Finish
8.5
Highland Aid
12.5
Finish
16.9
Crews are allowed at the start/finish area only.
There are no Pacers in any distance at Blackout Night Runs.
A drop bag will be allowed at the start/finish area and will be available to runners on each loop.
The cutoff for all races is 12 AM
Date | Friday, June 18, 2027
Start Time | 7:30 pm
Time Limit | 4.5 Hours (12:00 am)
Distance | 8.56 Miles
Total Elevation Gain | 648 feet
Max Elevation | 7,137 feet
Women's Course Record | 1:00:19 - Colleen Lingley (2019)
Men's Course Record | 50:15 - Ethan Koza (2025)
13 Km runners will get to experience both the Soldiers Trail and Highlands Trail Loop which winds through the ponderosa pines above 7,000 ft, eventually topping out on a mesa with expansive views of starry skies over dark mountain backdrops before being enveloped back into the trees. The trail ranges from narrow single track to wide well-maintained forest paths.
The course is well graded for beginners while allowing the more experienced runner to stretch their legs and gun for a fast time while still maintaining the challenge of being at a higher elevation.
Aid stations every 4.0 to 4.4 miles including water, electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel-2O), sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. As it can get hot and you’ll be running at elevation, please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.
| Mileage Chart | 13.5K |
| Start | 0 |
| Highland Aid | 4.1 |
| Finish | 8.5 |
Crews are allowed at the start/finish area only.
There are no Pacers in any distance at Blackout Night Runs.
A drop bag will be allowed at the start/finish area and will be available to runners on each loop.
The cutoff for all races is 12 AM
Date | Friday, June 18, 2027
Start Time | 8:00 pm
Time Limit | 4 Hours (12:00 am Overall Cutoff)
Distance | 4.12 Miles
Total Elevation Gain | 287 feet
Max Elevation | 7,137 feet
Women's Course Record | 29:49 - Charli McKee (2019)
6KM runners will take on Soldiers Trail which winds through the ponderosa pines above 7,000 ft, eventually topping out on a mesa with expansive views of starry skies over dark mountain backdrops before being enveloped back into the trees. The trail ranges from narrow single track to wide well-maintained forest paths.
The course is well graded for beginners while allowing the more experienced runner to stretch their legs and gun for a fast time while still maintaining the challenge of being at a higher elevation.
Aid stations include water, electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel-2O), sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. As it can get hot and you’ll be running at elevation, please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.
| Mileage Chart | 6K |
| Start | 0 |
| Finish | 3.9 |
Crews are allowed at the start/finish area only.
There are no Pacers in any distance at Blackout Night Runs.
A drop bag will be allowed at the start/finish area.
The cutoff for all races is 12 AM
Double Down! Blackout Night Runs & Big Pine Trail Runs
Additional Race Info
The finish line is located at the North Parking Lot of Fort Tuthill County Park right next to the Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course. Parking will be available at the start/finish.
Directions to Fort Tuthill County Park –
From Phoenix
Take exit 337 off of I-17 toward Arizona 89A/Flagstaff Airport. Turn left on John Wesley Powell/ Shamrell Blvd. After 0.6 miles, at the second traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Fairgrounds Road. Keep left coming into the park and follow signs for Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course. Parking will be in the lot right before the Flagstaff Extreme ropes course and you’ll see our tents and start/finish banner.
Address
Fort Tuthill County Park
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Expect hot conditions during the day (we typically see temps into the 80’s) and cooler night-time temperatures (expect low 40’s)! In other words, if you are driving up from Phoenix to escape the summer heat you should prepare for warm and down-right cold! Forecast for Flagstaff, AZ
The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with colored laminated signs. Please pay attention to these signs at each junction as there are multiple race distances and race courses! 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.
We will have medical staff based at the start / finish headquarters. This team is here to help you with most basic and advanced first aid right on site. We reserve the right to pull you from the race if medical officials deem it necessary. Please understand that these decisions are made for your safety and do not argue. Continuing on in a state where you cannot safely navigate is a recipe for disaster and we are here to prevent that.
NOTE: If something happens to you or another runner, do NOT call 911 right away. Our medical team is highly trained in these scenarios, has been with us at this race the last three years and understands the terrain and driving access points. Please call their 24-hour number that will be answered by a real human being and they will dispatch accordingly.
MedStar Solutions Race Day Number: 480-269-4126
Race Day Schedule
Please arrive early to park, check in and warm up prior to your run. Restroom facilities are located along the start/finish area.
6:00 PM – Packet pickup / race day registration begins
7:00 PM – 27 Kilometer Start
7:38 PM – Sunset
7:30 PM – 13 Kilometer Start
8:00 PM - 6 Kilometer Start
8:08 PM – End Civil Twilight
12:00 AM – Overall cutoff / Race ends
Location
Fort Tuthill County Park
Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
2446 Fort Tuthill Loop
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
From central Phoenix, take I-17 north to Exit 337 for Arizona 89A/Flagstaff Airport. Exit I-17N and turn Left (West) onto John Wesley Powell Blvd. At the traffic circle, take the second exit, continuing onto Fairgrounds Road. Follow signs for Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course & Ziplines. Parking will be in the lot right before the Flagstaff Extreme ropes course.
Awards
One of a kind unique artwork awards to top 3 male and female finisher's in each race.
All runner will receive a unique finisher's medal upon completion of the race.
Trail Running and Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the forest by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations.
Reminder: All Insomniac Night trail runs will be CUPLESS. Bring your own or Aravaipa branded reusable cups will be available for purchase!
Trail Etiquette
Remember to always remain on designed trails, no short cutting.
If you decide to use headphones, please be respectful of runners behind you attempting to pass. Also, remove ear buds as you approach aid stations or a road crossing.
This course includes some legit single track. If you are fast and attempting to pass, please alert the runner in front of you before flying past them. Likewise, if you hear a runner approaching you from behind, attempt to find a spot to allow the runner to pass.
As a general rule, when passing a runner, announce, “on your left.”
Uphill runners/hikers have the right of way to downhill runners. Remain in control as you descend and respect the other runners.
Everyone is after the same goal here so let’s be respectful of each other’s races and have fun. Please.
Pets
For the safety of all runners, no pets are allowed on-course at the night runs. Any pets at the race must be on a leash at all times, respect park rules, and be supervised.
We cannot produce these trail runs without the help of our amazing volunteer team. You can even help and run on race day. If you would like to join our volunteer team, we are looking for help with event setup, aid station captains, aid station helpers, timing, photography, videography, social media and event breakdown. Volunteer perks include a piece of Aravaipa merchandise or race goody and Aravaipa Race Credits. You can see our current opportunities and sign up here: Blackout Night Runs Volunteer Opportunities
Earn a unique "double down" medal by completing any distance at both Blackout & Big Pine!
Up the ante for the weekend with a go at the Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course conveniently located at the start/finish. Flagstaff Extreme offers both Adult and Kid (ages 7+) courses. You will receive a 25% discount on passes purchased as an add-on when you register for the Big Pine Trail Runs or they may be purchased without registering for the race HERE. Passes will be good for the entire year and do not need to be used race weekend. In fact, if you want to experience it all on June 18-20 you will need to purchase tickets soon as we only have a very limited number of passes to offer and time slots always fill up quickly over that weekend!
You can also purchase discounted passes to the Adventure Ziplines course (12 years and up) that includes more than 30 exhilarating zip lines suspended in the Ponderosa Pines on what is now the largest zip line course in the western United States!
Our Aravaipa Group Campground is conveniently located just a short walk from the start/finish area under the pines. There will be water access and portable restrooms available. Parking for your vehicle is very close to the group camping area, but you will not park your vehicle AT your tent. There are no designated spots in the group camping area and all tent locations will be first come, first serve.
There are only a limited number of permits available this year so plan ahead as we anticipate it selling out!. Tent camping passes are $35 each and include both Friday and Saturday nights.
The camping area opens Friday, June 18 at 2:00 PM for camping setup.
NOTE: This is a tent only camping area. You will park your vehicle in the parking lot just behind the tent area that is easily accessible.
Pets: Dogs are allowed in the camping area but must be on a leash at all times and not left unattended.
Tent and cot rentals will be available for your convenience. These will be located at the Group Camping area directly next to the start/finish. You may reserve a tent and/or cot when you register for the race or reserve one directly here.
All rentals will be setup when you arrive, so all you have to do is bring in your sleeping bag and gear and you will be all set. You may check in to your tent anytime after 2:00 PM on Friday, June 18. Tents will be checked into on a first come, first served basis.
Large Tents – These are 8 feet by 12 feet and are large enough to stand up in (for most people) and may also fit two cot rentals.
Hotel
There are many options in the Flagstaff region. The Sleep Inn & Comfort Inn are conveniently located within 4 miles of the Fort Tuthill County Park. When booking at one of these hotels please ensure you mention the “Flagstaff Extreme” discount and 15% will be deducted from your room rate!
Sleep Inn ~ 2765 S. Woodlands Village Blvd, Flagstaff, AZ, 86001
Comfort Inn ~ 2355 S. Beulah Blvd., Flagstaff, AZ, 86001
Results & Photos
27 Km | Male -- Gabe McGowan 1:56:15 ('15) | Female -- Jessica Clark 2:17:30 ('18)
13 Km | Male -- Ethan Koza 50:15 ('25) | Female - Colleen Lingley 1:00:19 ('19)
6 Km | Male -- Jonah Denison 27:34 ('20) | Female -- Charlie McKee 29:49 ('19)
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