A WSER Golden Ticket race blazing through the Sonoran Desert
Other trail races within 188 miles
A point-to-point showcase on the Black Canyon National Recreation Trail through the Sonoran Desert, the 100K covers 62 miles from Spring Valley south to New River. The net-downhill course starts fast on open desert singletrack, then turns increasingly technical and demanding through steep descents and rocky canyon terrain in the final 25 miles. As a WSER Golden Ticket race and World Trail Majors event, it draws a competitive international field and offers direct qualification for Western States 100.
Some ultra experience recommended
Spring Valley, AZ, United StatesFebruary 13, 2027
Well-maintained, non-technical trails
| Location | Mile | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 3,999 ft |
Antelope Mesa Aid Station | 7.6 | 3,940 ft |
Hidden Treasure Mine Aid Station | 12.7 | 3,022 ft |
Bumble Bee Ranch Aid Station | 19.3 | 2,520 ft |
Gloriana Mine Aid Station | 23.0 | 2,707 ft |
Deep Canyon Ranch Aid Station | 32.5 | 1,995 ft |
Black Canyon City Trailhead Aid Station | 38.0 | 2,047 ft |
Cottonwood Gulch Aid Station | 46.9 | 2,011 ft |
Table Mesa Aid Station | 51.3 | 1,929 ft |
Doe Spring Aid Station | 59.4 | 2,037 ft |
Finish Finish | 62.9 | 1,877 ft |
Sign in to see cutoffs, crew access, drop bags, and services for every aid station.
Open Sonoran Desert terrain with minimal shade throughout much of the course — sun exposure can be significant even in February
February conditions range from warm afternoon temperatures in the 60s°F to cold desert nights requiring layering for runners on course after dark
No required gear specified
No recommended gear specified
I've start this race 4 times and finished 3 times... and I'm not done. Love it. Fast, runnable, warm. Overall great race. Near and dear to my heart.
