About Arizona Monster

The Arizona Monster is a 304-mile point-to-point journey through the wild heart of Southern Arizona.

Created by the Destination Trail team—the force behind the USA’s most iconic 200-milers—this race takes you deep into the rugged, untamed beauty of the Sonoran Desert.

Known for its subtropical warmth in winter and two distinct rainy seasons, the Sonoran is one of the most biologically rich deserts on the planet. The contrast of arid terrain and bursts of life creates a striking backdrop of vibrant flora, elusive wildlife, and big-sky solitude.

The route is remote, raw, and relentlessly challenging—crossing iconic backcountry terrain and high-elevation mountain ranges that test even the most seasoned ultra athletes.

This isn't just another ultra. It's a multi-day odyssey across one of the most unique desert ecosystems in the world.

2026 Arizona Monster

Registration for the 2026 Arizona Monster opens April 5th, 2025 at 9:00am.
Race Dates: March 27th-April 3rd, 2026.

This is a first come first serve registration. Registration will remain open until the event is sold out at which time the waitlist will open.

Price is $1,995 until April 30 for this 7-day long (170 hour) event that includes a marked course, aid stations, sleep stations, live tracking, medical team, cool swag and locally made awards and so much more. On May 1, price increase is $2,295. Price listed on ultra signup button includes required state 9.6% tax and ultra signup fee.

Course Details

• Miles: 304.3 Point to Point
• Elevation Gain: 41,162'
• Elevation Loss: 41,463'
• Aid Stations: 19 Aid Stations
• Cutoff: 170 Hour Cutoff/7 Days & 2 Hours
• Terrain: 259.1 MILES/84% SINGLE-TRACK; 34 MILES/10% BIKE PATH; 9.5 MILES/3% PAVED ROAD; 6 MILES/2% DIRT ROAD

Open Course Map

What to Expect

Live runner tracking
Drop bag transport to many aid stations so you can have special gear/clothing/snacks
Bus ride to the start if you want to park at the finish line
Aid stations & sleep stations
Variety of food and drinks throughout the course
On-site medical team
Cool swag – duffel bag, race shirt, and more
Finisher awards – handmade buckles, a custom print by Blair (our in-house artist), and a finisher mug for that post-race drink
Catered post-race celebration
This race also supports the community. Donations from the event benefit the Arizona Trail Association, Patagonia Youth Enrichment Center, and the local food bank.

Event's current local time: 1:27 PM MT