Elephant Mountain

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the rugged terrain of Elephant Mountain. With its sprawling single track trails, winding through towering Saguaro cacti and rocky outcrops, Elephant Mountain offers a thrilling adventure for nature enthusiasts. Located in the heart of the desert, this hidden gem beckons you to explore its majestic peaks and hidden trails. Discover the untamed beauty of Elephant Mountain today!

The 50 Mile distance will follow the same route as the 50K but instead of turning around at Spur Cross Conservation Area, you’ll continue north past Spur Cross to explore the gorgeous Tonto National Forest backcountry. 

The 50K and 35K courses feature some incredible single track including a trip out of Cave Creek Regional Park along the Maricopa Trail to Spur Cross Ranch and back, finishing with a loop through Cave Creek Regional Park.

Upcoming Races

Feb 6 2027
50 KM
Updated course starting 2023
3,642 3,642 ft.
Lollipop
6 Aid Stations
15:00 Cutoff
2 Elevation Rating
Rolling, ~2500 feet in 50 miles
3 Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts
Feb 6 2027
50 Miles
Mixture
6 Aid Stations
16:00 Cutoff
2 Elevation Rating
Rolling, ~2500 feet in 50 miles
3 Surface Rating
Some rocks, root, and/or ruts

Additional Distances

This event also has the following sub ultra distances

35 KM 6 KM 12 KM 22 KM

Results

50 KM Updated course starting 2023

Date Finishers Top Result (F) Top Result (M)
02/07/26 58 6:08:06 5:27:25
02/01/25 70 5:25:12 4:08:13
02/03/24 57 5:46:38 4:36:44
02/04/23 55 4:55:38 4:32:11
Date Finishers Top Result (F) Top Result (M)
02/07/26 56 9:29:25 7:46:01
02/01/25 43 9:19:51 7:52:30
02/03/24 38 10:40:53 7:44:34
02/04/23 38 11:09:39 8:54:51
02/05/22 34 11:05:04 8:18:00
02/06/21 54 9:58:58 8:09:38
02/01/20 10 12:47:18 8:51:11
Date Finishers Top Result (F) Top Result (M)
02/05/22 74 5:07:03 4:11:59
02/06/21 73 5:59:34 4:18:53
02/01/20 56 5:47:41 4:38:09
02/02/19 59 5:25:45 4:33:14
02/03/18 52 5:02:36 4:54:24
02/04/17 55 6:01:30 4:12:31
02/20/16 39 5:46:57 4:52:07
02/21/15 49 5:10:39 4:25:38
02/22/14 56 5:17:22 4:13:23
02/23/13 48 5:16:12 4:37:36

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