What are the event dates and location?

The 2025 #RUNMARANA Dirt Dash at Wild Burro will take place on December 13, 2025, at the Wild Burro Trailhead, Tortolita Mountain Park, Marana, AZ.

What distances are available for this event?

• →Half Marathon (13.1 miles) with 1,673 ft elevation gain and a 4h45m cutoff
• →6-Mile Dash with 912 ft elevation gain and a 2h cutoff

What is the expected weather condition on the event date?

The event is expected to have mild winter weather, with average highs around 64°F (18°C) and lows of 45°F (7°C).

What is the race day schedule?

• →7:00 am – Check-in (campfire available)
• →8:00 am – Half Marathon start
• →8:15 am – 6-Mile start

What are the registration fees?

• →Online race-day registration: $40

What is included in the registration?

All participants receive:

• →Custom bib
• →Finisher medal
• →Online certificate

Are there any special challenges or awards?

• →Wild Burro Challenge: Beat the race director’s time to earn a special medal

• Half Marathon benchmark: 2:58:19

• 6-Mile benchmark: 1:16:06

• →Dirt Hero Challenge: Complete both the Dirt Dash (winter) and Tortolita Traverse (spring) half marathons to earn a “Dirt Hero” shirt

What kind of course support can participants expect?

Aid stations every 3 miles with water and energy gels.

Is this event part of a larger series?

Yes, the 2025 #RUNMARANA Dirt Dash at Wild Burro is part of the #RUNMARANA race series, which includes 5 unique events, trail and road races.

What community activities are available?

• →Mappy Hour: Dec 12, 2025, at Dove Mountain Brewing (bib pickup + Q&A)
• →Community extras: campfire, photo booth, music playlist, raffle prizes

What are the time cutoffs for each distance?

• →Half Marathon: 4h45m
• →6-Mile Dash: 2h