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Sinister Night Runs 18KM

Draft Listing
  1. Aravaipa Running
  2. 2026 Edition

Two loops through the saguaro-lined night

Directions
DeadlineApril 20, 2026
This event took place on April 25, 2026

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April 25, 2026
Saturday start
Queen Creek, AZ
United States
11.4 miles
Loop Course
1,070 ft
Elevation Gain
Open Registration
No lottery
No Service Requirement
Does not require trail or volunteer work
No Qualifier
No qualifier race required
Beginner Friendly
Suitable for first-timers
Links
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2013
Established

What Makes It Great

Two loops of San Tan Mountain Regional Park's scenic desert trail, the Sinister Night Runs 18KM is a welcoming entry into night trail racing. The 9 km San Tan, Hedgehog & Littleleaf circuit is smooth and runnable with just a few rocky sections — accessible for beginners while capturing the magic of running by headlamp through the saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert.

Difficulty

Entry-Level
2/10

Suitable for first-timers

Night Running
Extreme Heat

Finish Awards

Artworx Finisher Award
Custom Artworx finisher award for all 18KM finishers
Podium Award
Podium recognition for top 3 male and female finishers

Sinister Night Runs 18KM

Queen Creek, AZ, United StatesApril 25, 2026

April 25, 2026
Course map for Sinister Night Runs 18KM
DistDistance11.4 mi
GainElevation Gain1,070 ft
LimitCutoff9.5 h
Night RunningExtreme Heat

Entry Timeline

Registration DeadlineApril 20, 2026
Race DayApril 25, 2026

Lottery

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

Qualifier

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

Service Requirement

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.
11.4 mi
Distance
Loop
Route
9h30m
Cutoff Time
1,785 ft
Average Elevation
1,070 ft
Total Ascent
1,070 ft
Total Descent
1,900 ft
High Point
1,667 ft
Low Point
Course map
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Aid Stations

LocationMileElevation
Start
Start
0.01,677 ft
Finish
Finish
11.01,677 ft

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No on-site camping available

Crew Access Points

Pacer Rules

No Pacers Allowed

Crew Rules

  • Crews are allowed at the start/finish area
Weather
Heat Training Recommended

Race starts around 7:00 PM in the low-to-mid 90s°F; temperatures cool gradually through the evening

Gear Rules

Required Gear

No required gear specified

Recommended Gear

No recommended gear specified

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Register•April 25, 2026