Packet Pickup & Late Registration
Friday, April 5
12:00pm-5:00pm
Aravaipa Running Headquarters
(Drive Thru)
2401 S 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
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Sunday, April 7
6:00am-9:00am
10 Lane Boat Ramp
(Start/Finish)
Sunday, April 7, 2024
40K | 26K | 13K | 4 Mile | 2 Mile
Lake Pleasant Regional Park, Morristown, AZ
40K – 7:00am
26K – 7:15am
13 K – 7:30am (wave 1)
13K – 7:35am (wave 2)
4 Mile ~ 7:45am (wave 1)
4 Mile – 7:50am (wave 2)
2 Mile – 9:00am
DRT Awards – 11:00am
The Dam Good Run is a unique opportunity to run across the New Waddell Dam. Aravaipa Running in partnership with Lake Pleasant Regional Park brings you this 20th Annual run, walk & hike.
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RACE INFORMATION
Location
10 Lane Boat Ramp (East) at Lake Pleasant Regional Park, Morristown, AZ. Directions
Course Summary
A unique chance to run across the New Waddell Dam which was built to create Lake Pleasant. All events except the 2 mile will cross the dam right away. The 26 kilometer (Dam Crazy) and 40 kilometer (Dam Insane) courses will utilize newly constructed trails traversing along the shoreline and above the lake. The 40 kilometer course climbs to the top of Yavapai Point with incredible lake views.
40 Km Runners: The foot bridge that connects the trail through Pipeline Cove is still out of commission and requires either a short trip in a raft operated by a certified raft guide from Arizona Hiking Shack with a life vest on or you had the option to put on a PFD vest and swim. The stretch was short and took two minutes or less from putting on your vest, loading, and crossing. You will cross this Cove twice during your 40Km.
Weather
This race is typically warmer by mid to late morning- perfect for a post-race dip in Lake Pleasant! Forecast for Morristown, AZ
Bib/Shirt Pickup
Friday, April 5
Packet Pickup 12:00-5:00 PM
Aravaipa Headquarters
2401 S 24th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Drive Thru Style
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Sunday, April 7
Race Day Packet Pickup 6:00AM – 8:45AM
10 Lane Boat Ramp
Lake Pleasant Regional Park
Aid Stations
Aid stations every 1.6 to 5.4 miles including water, electrolyte drink (Gnarly Fuel 2O), sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. It is likely the exposed desert trails will still feel hot as the morning progresses, so please be prepared (run with AT LEAST 2 bottles (40 ounces) of fluids). Plan for sun and hot temperatures.
NOTE: Aqua Fria & Scorpion will be “light” aid stations in regard to food options. There will be plenty of water but no sandwiches, bean rollups, and the like. Two Cow and Cottonwood aid stations will be “full” aid stations with those items in addition to the sweet and salty snacks.
NEW: Cupless Events
In an effort to continually lessen our race footprint, we are expanding our cupless events to the Desert Runner Trail Series. We will have UltrAspire reusable cups available at registration and on race day or feel free to bring your own!
Aid station distance chart:
| 40K | 26K | 13K | 4Mile | 2Mile | Notes/Cutoff | |
| Start | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | – |
| Dam Aid | – | – | 1.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 2 Mile Turnaround at Visitor Center (water only) |
| Dam Aid | – | – | – | 3.0 | At Visitor Center (water only) | |
| Agua Fria | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | – | – | Snacks, water/ice, gnarly Fuel 2O only |
| Two Cow | 10.3 | 10.3 | – | – | – | Full Aid |
| Scorpion Bay | 11.9 | 11.9 | – | – | – | Snacks, water, gnarly Fuel 2O / 26K Turnaround |
| Cottonwood | 15.0 | – | – | – | – | -Full Aid -12 PM Cutoff (40K) |
| Scorpion Bay | 20.2 | – | – | – | – | -Snacks, water/ice, gnarly Fuel 2O |
| Two Cow | 21.8 | 13.4 | – | – | – | -Full Aid |
| Lake Pleasant Finish | 24.8 | 16.4 | 8.1 | 4.0 | 2.0 | Drop Bags (3pm Cutoff) |
Race Perks
Gender specific cut 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 1.6 to 5.4 miles
Post race food & socializing
Custom artwork finisher Medal or unique finisher glass
Crews & Pacers
Crews are permitted at the start/finish line only.
Only registered participants are permitted to cross the dam.
There are no pacers allowed for any distance.
Drop Bags
There are no remote drop bag locations for this race.
Awards
Awards to the top 3 male & female finishers at each distance.
All finishers will receive a finisher award.
Volunteer Helpers
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, course sweep 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: Dam Good Run Volunteer Form
Beer Garden
Aravaipa Running will be working with the Wilderness Volunteers. Wilderness Volunteers has been providing affordable and meaningful volunteer service opportunities that conserve and protect America’s wild lands since 1997. Working in cooperation with the US Forest Service, National Park Service, the BLM, the US Fish & Wildlife Service and others to maintain our trails and wild areas.
Proceeds from the beer garden will go directly to this Association. The Beer Garden is being sponsored by a local brewery: Huss Brewing.
REGISTRATION
Entry Fees*
| Until 12/1 | Until 2/26 | Until 4/1 | Race Week | |
| 2 Mile | $32.73 | $38.19 | $43.64 | $49.10 |
| 4 Mile | $38.19 | $43.64 | $49.10 | $54.55 |
| 13 Km | $49.10 | $60.01 | $70.92 | $81.83 |
| 26 Km | $81.83 | $92.74 | $103.65 | $120.01 |
| 40 Km | $92.74 | $103.65 | $120.01 | $141.83 |
Registration Options
**This is a Sunday Race**
Online via Ultra Signup
Mail-in Entry
Online registration closes on Monday, April 1st at 11:59 PM. Registration will be available after online registration closes at all packet pickup locations and race day if space is permitted.
Cut-Off Times
40 Km runners must depart Cottonwood Aid by 12 PM.
Overall Race Cut-Off 3:00 PM for all races. All runners must be off the Dam by 9 AM.
Medical – 
We will have our MedStar Solutions 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
COURSE INFORMATION
Courses
The 40K, 26K and 13K runs take place on rugged, single track trail with significant challenging climbs, incredible views, steep descents, large boulders, rocks, and desert vegetation. The courses offer a challenging but rewarding experience for all, from the beginning trail runner to the most experienced ultra marathoner.
2024 Courses: All courses will now run through the main parking lot to the super fun Roadrunner Trail which parallels the lake until you climb up to the interpretive center and onto the Waddell Dam. More trail, more fun!
2024 4 Mile & 2 Mile Course Updates: The 4 Mile and 2 Mile runs will be on an out-and-back. The 2 Mile will be on the Roadrunner trail in BOTH directions and will run to the edge of New Waddell Dam (at the visitor center) as the halfway point. The 4 Mile will also follow the Roadrunner trail as it skirts the lake and cross over New Waddell Dam before turning around to head back to the finish on Roadrunner trail. These courses are runner, walker, and beginner friendly!
Course Maps