Sinister Night Runs
Queen Creek, Arizona, United States
Apr, 2027 (TBD)
6k, 9k, 18k, 27k, 54k, Ultra, Other
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Race Information
Experience the magic of night trail running in the Sonoran Desert at the Sinister Night Trail Runs held on a rolling and runnable 9-kilometer loop at San Tan Mountain Regional Park. This is a perfect beginner night trail race with distances for all. Run past the towering saguaro cacti under the night stars. This race is part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series with events all across the state of Arizona. Join Aravaipa Running and "Carpe Noctem" to "seize the night"!
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✅ Fast & beautiful course with desert views
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Lots of Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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