Beginning at Deep Canyon Ranch (Black Canyon City) and finishing in downtown Flagstaff, the flagship 250-miler links historic towns and iconic trails—Crown King, Prescott, Jerome, Sedona—before a finale over Mt. Elden into Heritage Square. Weekend companions include the Sedona Canyons 125 (back half of the course to Flagstaff), the rugged Bradshaw Brute 100 (first 100 miles to Prescott), the Mingus Traverse (Prescott→Sedona), and Flagstaff Crest (a 40-mile “tour-de-Flagstaff”). Expect ~256 miles with ~40,000 ft of gain for the 250 and a 125-hour cutoff, plus live tracking and nonstop coverage. Dates for 2026 are May 4–9.
Races
250 miles
100 miles
79 miles
39 miles
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
The Cocodona 250 takes place Monday to Saturday, 4–9 May 2026, and is organized by Aravaipa Running, starting at Deep Canyon Ranch in Black Canyon City, Arizona, and ending in Flagstaff. This legendary point-to-point ultra traverses diverse terrain—including Sonoran desert, Bradshaw Mountains, Granite Dells, Sedona’s red rocks, and Flagstaff’s pine forests—covering ~40,667 ft of elevation gain and over 256 miles on mostly trail surfaces.
Race Date:
04 May, 2026
Running Monday and Tuesday, 4–5 May 2026, the Bradshaw Brute 100 follows the most rugged and isolated section of the Cocodona course—from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott—and is designed for tough, experienced runners on technical trail with no pacers or crew.
Race Date:
05 May, 2026
From Tuesday to Thursday, 5–7 May 2026, the Mingus Traverse offers a condensed, point-to-point adventure exploring central highlights of the Cocodona route—from Prescott through Mingus Mountain, Jerome, and Clarkdale to Sedona—showcasing iconic Arizona landscapes in a mid-length ultra format.
Race Date:
08 May, 2026
Held Friday to Saturday, 8–9 May 2026, the Flagstaff Crest is a 39-mile point-to-point trail run starting near Fort Tuthill and finishing in downtown Flagstaff, highlighting scenic single-track on the final leg of the Cocodona 250 course.
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FAQs
What is the Cocodona 250 Mile?
How long is the Cocodona 250 Mile?
Where does the Cocodona 250 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Cocodona 250 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Cocodona 250 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Cocodona 250 Mile?
The Cocodona 250 takes place Monday to Saturday, 4–9 May 2026, and is organized by Aravaipa Running, starting at Deep Canyon Ranch in Black Canyon City, Arizona, and ending in Flagstaff. This legendary point-to-point ultra traverses diverse terrain—including Sonoran desert, Bradshaw Mountains, Granite Dells, Sedona’s red rocks, and Flagstaff’s pine forests—covering ~40,667 ft of elevation gain and over 256 miles on mostly trail surfaces.
The Cocodona 250 Mile is 402km long.
The Cocodona 250 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
The Cocodona 250 Mile elevation gain is 12395 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Cocodona 250 Mile?
The Cocodona 250 takes place Monday to Saturday, 4–9 May 2026, and is organized by Aravaipa Running, starting at Deep Canyon Ranch in Black Canyon City, Arizona, and ending in Flagstaff. This legendary point-to-point ultra traverses diverse terrain—including Sonoran desert, Bradshaw Mountains, Granite Dells, Sedona’s red rocks, and Flagstaff’s pine forests—covering ~40,667 ft of elevation gain and over 256 miles on mostly trail surfaces.
How long is the Cocodona 250 Mile?
The Cocodona 250 Mile is 402km long.
Where does the Cocodona 250 Mile take place?
The Cocodona 250 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Cocodona 250 Mile?
The Cocodona 250 Mile elevation gain is 12395 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Cocodona 250 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Cocodona 250 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
How long is the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
Where does the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
Running Monday and Tuesday, 4–5 May 2026, the Bradshaw Brute 100 follows the most rugged and isolated section of the Cocodona course—from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott—and is designed for tough, experienced runners on technical trail with no pacers or crew.
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile is 161km long.
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile elevation gain is 6228 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
Running Monday and Tuesday, 4–5 May 2026, the Bradshaw Brute 100 follows the most rugged and isolated section of the Cocodona course—from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott—and is designed for tough, experienced runners on technical trail with no pacers or crew.
How long is the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile is 161km long.
Where does the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile take place?
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
The Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile elevation gain is 6228 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Bradshaw Brute 100 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
How long is the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
Where does the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
From Tuesday to Thursday, 5–7 May 2026, the Mingus Traverse offers a condensed, point-to-point adventure exploring central highlights of the Cocodona route—from Prescott through Mingus Mountain, Jerome, and Clarkdale to Sedona—showcasing iconic Arizona landscapes in a mid-length ultra format.
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile is 128km long.
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile elevation gain is 3083 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
From Tuesday to Thursday, 5–7 May 2026, the Mingus Traverse offers a condensed, point-to-point adventure exploring central highlights of the Cocodona route—from Prescott through Mingus Mountain, Jerome, and Clarkdale to Sedona—showcasing iconic Arizona landscapes in a mid-length ultra format.
How long is the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile is 128km long.
Where does the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile take place?
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
The Mingus Traverse 79 Mile elevation gain is 3083 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Mingus Traverse 79 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
How long is the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
Where does the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
Held Friday to Saturday, 8–9 May 2026, the Flagstaff Crest is a 39-mile point-to-point trail run starting near Fort Tuthill and finishing in downtown Flagstaff, highlighting scenic single-track on the final leg of the Cocodona 250 course.
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile is 62km long.
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile elevation gain is 924 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
Held Friday to Saturday, 8–9 May 2026, the Flagstaff Crest is a 39-mile point-to-point trail run starting near Fort Tuthill and finishing in downtown Flagstaff, highlighting scenic single-track on the final leg of the Cocodona 250 course.
How long is the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile is 62km long.
Where does the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile take place?
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile takes place in Black Canyon City, AZ, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
The Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile elevation gain is 924 metres, which Runna classifies as a Moderate race.
How can I prepare for the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Flagstaff Crest 39 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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