Saturday - Nov 9, 2024

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Pass Mountain Trail Runs

50 Mile| 50K | 25K | 10K | 5K

Usery Mountain Regional Park
Mesa, AZ

The Pass Mountain Trail Run is the second race in the Aravaipa Running – Desert Runner Trail Series, Arizona’s premier trail & ultra run series.

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*Distances may vary slightly each year due to permitting.

Event Location

Trailhead Staging Area
3939 N Usery Pass Rd
Mesa, Arizona 85207

Directions

Start Times

6:00 AM – 50 Mile Start
6:55 AM – Sunrise
7:00 AM – 50K Start
7:30 AM – 25K Start
8:15 AM – 5K Start
8:30 AM – 10K Start

Bib Pickup

Friday, November 8
12:00-5:00 PM
Aravaipa Running Headquarters
2401 S 24th St. Phoenix, AZ
Phone (602) 786-8835
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Saturday November 9
5:15 - 9:00 AM
Usery Mountain Regional Park

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We need help to make Pass Mountain Trail Runs possible. Volunteer perks include Aravaipa race credits and race swag!

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Race Perks

Gender specific cut race shirt
Charity Beer Garden benefiting Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center
Chip timed race results displayed at finish line
Scenic and challenging course on desert trails
Well stocked aid stations every 3.0 to 8.6 miles
Post race food (bagels, fresh fruit) & socializing

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Follow the 2024 Pass Mountain Trail Runs with live split points throughout the race.

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Registration closes: Mon, Nov 4 @ 11:59PM MT

Race Registration

	Until 6/30	Until 10/6	Until 11/4	Race Week
5 KM	$40	$45	$50	$55
10 KM	$55	$65	$75	$85
25 KM	$90	$105	$120	$130
50 KM	$130	$145	$160	$170
50 Mile	$170	$185	$200	$210

*Pricing does not include tax.
Save $7.97 (including tax) with our no-shirt option! Shirts are offered & guaranteed on race day if ordered by 10/20, otherwise shirts will be available on race day if there are extras.

Course Information

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, Nov 9, 2024

Start Time | 6:00 am

Time Limit | 16 Hours (10:00pm)

Distance | 49.7 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 5,527 feet

Max Elevation | 2,596 feet

Women's Course Record | 10:26:40 - Courtne McIntosh (2022)

Men's Course Record | 7:41:01 - Nick Coury (2021)

Course Map

Caltopo Interactive Map

50 Mile Event Details

The 50 mile course will take runners outside of Usery Regional Park, heading through the southern edge of Tonto National Forest and through the lesser known but awesome Goldfield Mountains as you head north. The section of the Goldfields is mostly OHV trail with some single track mixed in while traversing the scenic Bulldog Canyon- crossing over and (running) through some sandy wash areas along the way. You’ll link to the Maricopa Trail around your halfway point, continuing northwest, and you’ll loop into the fun and windy Hawes Trail System overlooking the Salt River and nearby buttes before heading back to Usery via the Pass Mountain Trail, this time from North to South, unlike the 25K & 50K races. It’ll be one final 5 mile challenge climbing to the Pass Mountain Saddle with 45+ miles on your legs but be sure to enjoy the view at the top.

50 Mile Crew
You may have crews at Hawes Aid and Usery Aid (hit twice). Hawes Aid parking is across the Bush Highway from the aid station so use caution when crossing and only park in the parking lot (not off the highway).

50 Mile Pacers
Pacers are allowed beginning at Hawes Aid and Usery Aid II. One pacer at a time, no muling. Pacers are not permitted for any of the shorter distances. Remote drop bags will be at Usery Aid which you will hit twice during your run.

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, Nov 9, 2024

Start Time | 7:00 am

Time Limit | 15 Hours (10:00 pm)

Distance | 31.2 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 2,680 feet

Max Elevation | 2,580 feet

Women's Course Record | 4:08:43 - Alisa Macdonald (2019)

Men's Course Record | 3:29:17 - Chris Mocko (2018)

Course Map

Coros .GPX File

50 KM Event Details

Features winding trails throughout Usery Mountain Regional Park on the edge of the Goldfield Mountain Range. The start/finish will be at the Trail head Staging area.

The 50Km course consists of two 25Km loops, which includes some super fun trails through Cholla Forests, on the Levee Trail with perfect views of Pass Mountain and the Superstition Mountain range before climbing all the way up Pass Mountain in the Tonto National Forest. You’ll be treated to quite a view at the top before winding your way all the way back to the finish line.

Aid stations every 3.0 to 8.6 miles including water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.

50 KM: You will have a longer stretch without aid between Levee Aid Station and the Start / Finish Line. Terrain will be exposed, rocky, and steep. Come prepared with plenty of water to be successful in the later stages of the race!

This is a CUPLESS Race. Please come prepared with your own reusable cup or you will be able to purchase a cup on site.

50K	Course Distance (Miles)	Distance to Next (Miles)	Crew Access	Drop Bags
Start	0	3.8	Yes
Levee Aid	3.8	3.1	No	No
Meridian Aid	6.9	8.8	No	No
Start / Finish	15.7	3.8	Yes	Yes
Levee Aid	19.5	3.1	No	No
Meridian Aid	22.6	8.8	No	No
Finish	31.4		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, Nov 9, 2024

Start Time | 7:30 am

Time Limit | 14 Hours (10:00 pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 15.6 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 1,336 feet

Max Elevation | 2,580 feet

Women's Course Record | 2:00:09 - Courtney Barnes (2019)

Men's Course Record | 1:42:40 - Charlie Ware (2022)

Course Map

Coros .GPX File

25 KM Event Details

Features winding trails throughout Usery Mountain Regional Park on the edge of the Goldfield Mountain Range. The start/finish will be at the Trail head Staging area.

The 25 Km course includes some super fun trails through Cholla Forests, on the Levee Trail with perfect views of Pass Mountain and the Superstition Mountain range before climbing all the way up Pass Mountain in the Tonto National Forest. You’ll be treated to quite a view at the top before winding your way all the way back to the finish line.

Aid stations every 3.0 to 8.6 miles including water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.

25 KM: You will have a longer stretch without aid between Levee Aid Station and the Start / Finish Line. Terrain will be exposed, rocky, and steep. Come prepared with plenty of water to be successful in the later stages of the race!

This is a CUPLESS Race. Please come prepared with your own reusable cup or you will be able to purchase a cup on site.

25K	Course Distance (Miles)	Distance to Next (Miles)	Crew Access	Drop Bags
Start	0	3.8	Yes
Levee Aid	3.8	3.1	No	No
Meridian Aid	6.9	8.8	No	No
Finish	15.7		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, Nov 9, 2024

Start Time | 8:30 am

Time Limit | 13+ Hours (10:00 pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 6.2 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 305 feet

Max Elevation | 1,894 feet

Women's Course Record | 40:13 - Abbie Tuomi (2020)

Men's Course Record | 38:41 - Devin Sharps (2023)

Course Map

Coros .GPX File

10 KM Event Details

10KM and 5KM runners will have access to one on-course aid station, Levee Aid, which will be stocked water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.

This is a CUPLESS Race. Please come prepared with your own reusable cup or you will be able to purchase a cup on site.

10K	Course Distance (Miles)	Distance to Next (Miles)	Crew Access	Drop Bags
Start	0	3.8	Yes
Levee Aid	3.8	2.4	No	No
Finish	6.2		Yes	Yes

Key Stats

Date | Saturday, Nov 9, 2024

Start Time | 8:15 am

Time Limit | 12+ Hours (10:00 pm Overall Cutoff)

Distance | 3.5 Miles

Total Elevation Gain | 221 feet

Max Elevation | 1,894 feet

Women's Course Record | 26:26 - Jennifer Vanos (2022)

Men's Course Record | 20:33 - Michael Schneider (2020)

Course Map

Coros .GPX File

5 KM Event Details

10KM and 5KM runners will have access to one on-course aid station, Levee Aid, which will be stocked water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit. Please plan to run with at least one bottle of water.

This is a CUPLESS Race. Please come prepared with your own reusable cup or you will be able to purchase a cup on site.

5K	Course Distance (Miles)	Distance to Next (Miles)	Crew Access	Drop Bags
Start	0	1.2	Yes
Levee Aid	1.2	2.3	No	No
Finish	3.5		Yes	Yes

Pass Mountain Trail Runs Highlight Video

Additional Race Info

Park Entry Fee
Remember the park now charges a $7 park entry fee per vehicle. Please arrive early and have correct change (cash) available on race morning for a smooth entry process. Carpool to save! If you are participating in the double (day & night runs) your pass is good all day.

The start/finish line is located at the Trailhead Staging Area. Drive 1.4 miles past the park entry booth and turn left into the large dirt parking area. Overflow parking is available around the Blevins Drive Loop.

SHUTTLES: This event requires some of our entrants to park either off-site and be shuttled to the park (about 10 minutes) or within the park in the overflow lot, about one mile from the start/finish line and be shuttled over. This will specifically affect the shorter distances. Please plan accordingly.

Directions
From central Phoenix, I-10 east to US 60 east. Exit Ellsworth Road north to the Usery Mountain Regional Park entrance.

The race courses will be well marked with orange ribbons with black polka dots and reflective medallions. Trail junctions and turns will be 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 print a map to bring along with you.

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.

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
Usery Mountain Regional Park offers a campground with 73 individual sites. 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, barbecue grill, and fire ring. Usery Mountain Regional Park provides immaculate restrooms with flush toilets and hot water showers. All sites in the campground are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping Fees

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.

Trail Etiquette
Remember to always remain on designed trails, no short cutting.
If you decide to use headphones, please be respectful of runners behind you attempting to pass. Also, remove ear buds as you approach aid stations or a road crossing.
Please do not listen to music with a speaker (yes, we know you listen to the best music).
This course includes some legit single track. If you are fast and attempting to pass, please alert the runner in front of you before flying past them. Likewise, if you hear a runner approaching you from behind, attempt to find a spot to allow the runner to pass.

As a general rule, when passing a runner, announce, “on your left.”
Uphill runners/hikers have the right of way to downhill runners. Remain in control as you descend and respect the other

Results & Photos

Past courses:
26K (2 13K loops in 2020) | Male – 1:44:51 – Dan Watson (’20) | Female – 2:07:02 – Anneke Thompson (’20)
26K | Male – 1:51:11 – Jules Miller (’13) | Female – 2:12:02 – Lauren Besenfelder (’12)
12K | Male – 45:40 – Boone Ebel (’13) | Female – 57:34 – Courtney Ellabarger (’12)

Results

2023| Results
2022| Results
2021 | Results
2020 | Results
2019 | Results
2018 | Results
2017 | Results
2016 | 50 KM | 25 KM | 10 KM | 5 KM
2015 | 50 KM | 25 KM | 10 KM | 5 KM
2014 | 50 KM | 25 KM | 10 KM | 5 KM
2013 | 50 KM | 26 KM | 12 KM
2012 | 50 KM | 26 KM | 12 KM
2011 | 50 KM | 26 KM | 11 KM
2010 | 50 KM | 26 KM | 10 Mile | 9 KM