Endurance Double Challenge
Under the Shadow of the Peaks Endurance Double challenges runners to complete two signature Northern Arizona trail events in one season. Participants must first finish either the Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line 100-Mile Solo Run or the 55K Solo Run on September 19–20, then return on October 3 to complete the full 26.2-mile Flagstaff Marathon. Finish both events and earn the special Endurance Double award! Entry is free!
Set beneath the San Francisco Peaks, this endurance challenge combines historic Arizona Trail terrain with high-country forest running. The result is a multi-week test of pacing, recovery, and resilience at altitude.
Completing both races requires more than endurance on race day—it demands smart recovery, steady pacing, and the ability to return to the trails after a major ultra-distance effort.
SEPARATE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EACH EVENTRegistration for the Under the Shadow of the Peaks Endurance Double is required for participants' results tracking across both events.
Stagecoach Ultra
The Flagstaff to Grand Canyon Stagecoach Line Ultra follows portions of the Arizona Trail along the historic route once traveled by stagecoaches heading toward the Grand Canyon. Runners move through pine forest, open meadows, volcanic terrain, and rolling singletrack while navigating elevations that range from roughly 7,000 to nearly 9,000 feet. The 100-mile course features approximately 7,000 feet of elevation gain. The 55K offers a shorter but still demanding taste of Northern Arizona trail running. (runazt.org)
Register for either the 100-mile solo or 55K solo here
Flagstaff Marathon
The Flagstaff Marathon takes runners through Arizona Nordic Village and surrounding Coconino National Forest trails. Marathon participants experience a mix of forest roads, singletrack, and doubletrack terrain at elevations above 8,000 feet. The cool mountain climate and steady altitude make the race both scenic and deceptively demanding. (flagstaffmarathon.com)
Register for the Flagstaff Marathon here
Event's current local time: 7:14 AM MT