Saturday - November 9, 2024

Punisher Night Trail

30K | 20K| 10K | 5K

Experience the beauty of Usery Regional Park on an array of fun and fast courses at the Punisher Night Trail. Our 20K distance is perfect for night trail runners ready to step up from the 10K and the challenging 30K will push those ready for a new challenge.

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*Distances may vary slightly each year due to permitting.

Event Location

Usery Mountain Regional Park

3939 N. Usery Pass Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85207

Our start/finish line is based out of the Pass Mountain Trailhead Staging area.

Start Times

5:00PM - 30K Start
5:15PM - 20K Start
5:30PM - 10K Start
5:45PM - 5K Start

Moon Phase
8:41PM - Moonrise
11:00AM - Moonset
Waning Gibbous
85% Illumination

Bib Pickup

Packet Pickup
Friday, November 8 12:00-5:00 PM

Aravaipa Running Warehouse
2401 S24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 346 0554
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Saturday, November 9
Race Day Pickup 5:00-6:45PM

Usery Mountain Regional Park
3939 N Usery Pass Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207

Volunteer

We need help to make Punisher Night Trail possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!

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Race Perks

Finish Line Photo

Copy of Chip timed race results

Well stocked aid station

Finisher award by Aravaipa Artworx

Live Tracking

Follow the 2024 Punisher Night Trail with live split points throughout the race.

Aravaipa Live

Double Down

We also hold the Pass Mountain Trail Runs at this park the same day as Punisher Night Trail. Finish any distance at both races and receive a unique custom medal for completing our Double Down!

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Registration closes: Tue, Nov 5 @ 11:59PM MT

Race Registration

Entry Fees*

	Until 6/30	Until 10/6	Until 11/4	Race Week
5 Km	$40	$45	$50	$55
10 Km	$50	$60	$70	$80
20 Km	$70	$80	$90	$100
30 Km	$80	$90	$100	$110

*Race Goodie is not guaranteed when registering after 10/18

*Pricing does not include tax.

Course Information

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, November 9, 2024

Start Time | 5:00 pm

Time Limit | 6 Hours (Must be on final (3rd) loop by 9:00 PM) | 11:00pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 18.5 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 143 feet

Max Elevation | 1,894 feet

Women's Course Record | Abigail Swift - 2:18:24 ('15)

Men's Course Record | Pedro Gomez - 2:10:11 ('21)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

33 KM Event Details

In addition to a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Trailhead Staging Area, there will be one fully stocked remote aid station- Levee Aid- located along the course that runners will pass by every loop. The Levee & main aid stations will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks (Gnarly Hydrate), salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more.

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, November 9, 2024

Start Time | 5:15 pm

Time Limit | 5.5+ Hours (11pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 12.3 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 142 feet

Max Elevation | 1,894 feet

Women's Course Record | Jen Laughlin - 1:34:28 ('20)

Men's Course Record | Ryan Guerena - 1:23:27 ('22)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

22 KM Event Details

Punisher is our second night race in the Fall series. Each distance comes through the start/finish line after each lap making for a great night time vibe in the desert!

The course features a mix of smooth runnable trails with just a few rollers and rocks for fun.

The 33K runners will complete 3 loops, 22K runners make two loops, each passing through the start/finish line after each lap!
The course features two climbs per loop (Quartz & Go John).

In addition to a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Trailhead Staging Area, there will be one fully stocked remote aid station- Levee Aid- located along the course that runners will pass by every loop. The Levee & main aid stations will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks (Gnarly Hydrate), salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more.

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, November 9, 2024

Start Time | 5:30 pm

Time Limit | 6.5 Hours (11pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 6.2 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 144 feet

Max Elevation | 1,896 feet

Women's Course Record | Julie Mahmoud - 49:00 ('17)

Men's Course Record | Andrew Drobeck - 41:11 ('15)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

11 KM Event Details

In addition to a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Trailhead Staging Area, there will be one fully stocked remote aid station- Levee Aid- located along the course that runners will pass by every loop. The Levee & main aid stations will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks (Gnarly Hydrate), salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more.

Key Stats

Date | Friday, October 11, 2024

Start Time | 5:45 pm

Time Limit | 5+ Hours (11pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 3.5 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 143 feet

Max Elevation | 1,895 feet

Women's Course Record | Becka Foerster - 28:30 ('17)

Men's Course Record | Andy Clink - 24:19 ('19)

Course Map

CalTopo Course Map

5 KM Event Details

Punisher is our second night race in the Fall series. Each distance comes through the start/finish line after each lap making for a great night time vibe in the desert!

The course features a mix of smooth runnable trails with just a few rollers and rocks for fun.

Features one loop on the Noso, Levee, Spillway, & Cats Peaks Trails.
(For all you sticklers out there, this course is closer to 3.6 miles. )

In addition to a fully stocked aid station at the start/finish line at the Trailhead Staging Area, there will be one fully stocked remote aid station- Levee Aid- located along the course that runners will pass by every loop. The Levee & main aid stations will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks (Gnarly Hydrate), salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, hot food (quesadillas, grilled cheese), and more.

Additional Race Info

The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots and reflective medallions. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with laminated signs. In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All runners are responsible for understanding the layout of the course. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or download the gpx file to your phone or bring your own printed map.

We will have our MedStar Solutions medical staff based at the start / finish headquarters to assist with first aid onsite. We reserve the right to pull you from the race if medical officials deem it necessary.
NOTE: Please do NOT call 911 in a medical emergency. Our medical team is highly trained and understands the terrain and driving access points. Please call the race day number and they will dispatch immediately.

MedStar Solutions Race Day Number: 480-269-4126

Parking
Remember the park charges a $7 park entry fee per vehicle.
Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) or card available on race evening for a smooth entry process. Carpool to save!

Pets
For the safety of all runners, no pets are allowed on-course at the night runs. Any pets at the race must be on a leash at all times, respect park rules, and be supervised.

Camping
For overnight camping outside the race, Usery Mountain Regional Park offers 73 individual sites for tent or RV camping. Each site has a large parking area to accommodate up to a 45′ RV and is a “Developed Site,” with water and electrical hook-ups, dump station, a picnic table and a barbecue fire ring. All restrooms offer flush toilets and showers. The south loop of the campground also offers handicapped-accessible restrooms. All sites in the campground may be reserved online at maricopacountyparks.org

Trail Running and Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations.
Reminder: All Insomniac Night trail runs will be CUPLESS. Bring your own or Aravaipa branded reusable cups will be available for purchase!

Results & Photos

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Saturday - November 9, 2024

Punisher Night Trail

Event Location

Start Times

Bib Pickup

Volunteer

Race Perks

Live Tracking

Double Down

Race Registration

Course Information

30KM

20KM

10KM

5KM

Additional Race Info

Results & Photos

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