2026 Copper Corridor Trail Runs

What distances are available for this event?

• →50K race starting at 7:00 AM
• →32K race starting at 7:30 AM
• →17K race starting at 8:00 AM
• →12K race starting at 8:30 AM

What are the start and finish locations for each distance?

• →50K, 32K, and 17K: Downtown Superior, AZ, at 165 Main Street, Superior, AZ 85173
• →12K: Superior Public Pool, at 234 S. Golf Course Road, Superior, AZ 85173

What are the key stats for each race distance?

• →50K: 30.1 miles, 3,121 feet of elevation gain, 3,317 feet max elevation
• →32K: 20.2 miles, 1,503 feet of elevation gain, 2,834 feet max elevation
• →17K: 10.3 miles, 737 feet of elevation gain, 2,827 feet max elevation
• →12K: 7.7 miles, 684 feet of elevation gain, 2,691 feet max elevation

What are the time limits for each race?

• →50K: 9 hours (4:00 PM cutoff)
• →32K: 8+ hours (4:00 PM overall cutoff)
• →17K: 8 hours (4:00 PM overall cutoff)
• →12K: 7+ hours (4:00 PM overall cutoff)

What is the registration fee for each distance?

• →50K: $130 (until 8/31) | $145 (until 1/14) | $160 (until 2/23) | $170 (Race Day)
• →32K: $90 (until 8/31) | $105 (until 1/14) | $120 (until 2/23) | $130 (Race Day)
• →17K: $70 (until 8/31) | $80 (until 1/14) | $90 (until 2/23) | $100 (Race Day)
• →12K: $55 (until 8/31) | $65 (until 1/14) | $75 (until 2/23) | $85 (Race Day)

What is the packet pickup schedule?

• →Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Hotel Magma Breezeway (101 W. Main Street, Superior, AZ 85173)
• →Race Day: 6:15 AM to 8:00 AM at 165 W. Main St., Downtown Superior for 50K, 32K, and 17K; 7:15 AM to 8:30 AM at 234 Golf Course Rd, Superior Public Pool for 12K

What is included in the race registration?

• →Gender-specific cut race shirt (guaranteed if registered by February 8, 2025)
• →Custom finisher glass
• →Chip-timed race results displayed at the finish line
• →Live tracking via Aravaipa Live
• →Post-race food and socializing on Main Street
• →Awards for top 3 male and female finishers at each distance
• →Volunteer perks available (race credits and swag)

What are the aid station details?

• →Aid stations are located every 2 to 10 miles, providing water, electrolyte drink, sweet snacks, salty snacks, and fruit
• →The aid station at Telegraph Canyon is remote and minimal, with only water and a few salty/sweet snacks available

What are the course records for each distance?

• →50K: Men's course record of 3:50:35 (Michael Tomchaney, 2025); Women's course record of 4:18:53 (Jessica Roberts, 2012)
• →32K: Men's course record of 2:13:51 (Aaron Barber, 2025); Women's course record of 2:25:26 (Ailsa Macdonald, 2022)
• →17K: Men's course record of 1:05:45 (Collier Kempton, 2024); Women's course record of 1:11:22 (Nicole Lane, 2023)
• →12K: Men's course record of 49:14 (Jay Jump, 2020); Women's course record of 59:31 (Jzsanette Cullen, 2024)

What is the weather forecast for the event?

• →The event is expected to take place with temperatures ranging from a high of 55°F to a low of 35°F
• →Weather conditions are anticipated to be mild, with little to no precipitation

Are there any special notes about the event?

• →The 5 Mile Hill Climb will not take place in 2026 due to construction on the Queen Creek Bridge
• →Runners are advised to carry at least one to two bottles of water, as aid stations may be limited in remote areas