From Prescott's granite bowl to Sedona's red rock canyons
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The Mingus Traverse 80 runs 79.8 miles from Watson Lake Park in Prescott through the Black Hills, over 7,800-foot Mingus Mountain, down through the historic mining town of Jerome, across the Verde Valley wine country, and into Sedona, finishing near the red rock formations at the Sedona Ranger Station area. The course follows the Prescott Circle Trail, passes through Dead Horse State Park, and delivers stunning transitions between distinct Arizona ecosystems.
Some ultra experience recommended
Black Canyon City, AZ, United StatesMay 03, 2027
Mingus Traverse 80 is a point-to-point trail race in Black Canyon City, AZ, United States, held on May 03, 2027. The course covers 79.8 miles, climbs 10,000 ft, and has a 44h45m cutoff.
| Location | Mile | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Line - Watson Lake Park Start | 0.0 | 5,233 ft | — | Crew | Drop Bags |
Fain Ranch Aid Station | 11.7 | 5,043 ft | 7h45m1:45 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Mingus Mountain Aid Station | 24.0 | 7,631 ft | 16h30m10:30 PM | Crew | Drop Bags |
Jerome Aid Station | 41.0 | 4,934 ft | 26h8:00 AM +1 | ||
Dead Horse Aid Station | 49.8 | 3,323 ft | 30h30m12:30 PM +1 | Crew | Drop Bags |
Deer Pass Aid Station | 63.8 | 4,003 ft | 37h7:00 PM +1 | Drop Bags | |
Water Station Aid Station | 70.4 | 4,446 ft | — | ||
Sedona Ranger Station Finish | 79.8 | 4,213 ft | 44h45m2:45 AM +2 | Crew | Drop Bags |
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Mingus Mountain summit at ~7,800 ft can be very cold and windy at night. Cold weather gear is mandatory for runners leaving Fain Ranch (mile 11.7) after 10am.
Verde Valley and Sedona sections can be hot in May afternoon sun.
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