Black Canyon Trail Run

March 13, 2022

Rock Springs Cafe Rock Springs Cafe

Full 2022 details coming soon. Contact info [at] aztrailrace.com for more information.

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WHAT: XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run

WHEN: March 13, 2022

WHERE: Rock Springs Cafe (map it)

This XTERRA run series finale is not the event to miss. Lots of climbing, river crossings, sandy beaches, and endless single track. The best part? Our after race party is hosted at Rock Springs Café which means….DELICIOUS PIE!! Choose from our point to point 1/2 marathon, out and back 42k, lollipop 10k, or a 6k looping fun run.

This course is awesome! If you’ve never been out to Black Canyon, be prepared for a treat. It can also be unpredictable! We had to divert our 2019 race due to high waters from steady Arizona winter rains. We will provide shuttles to transport runners to the start line for the 1/2 marathon. Runners may use their own transportation to be dropped off at the start line. However, there will be no parking permitted at the Table Mesa Trailhead. There will be coffee, music, and a fire at the half marathon mile start for those of you who take the earlier shuttles.

The wildflowers will be blooming and the bar will be open! Join us for the series awards ceremony, have a drink, hang out in the creek and enjoy the pie!

First shuttle leaves at 5:30am. Last shuttle leaves at 6:40am.

All participants will receive a huge post-race breakfast, a super cool race tee and finisher medal, as well as entry into fun post-race festivities.

*PLEASE NOTE: HEADPHONES = DQ. This is a safety issue. While no headphones is a general Shendo Cat Racing policy it is particularly pertinent at Black Canyon. This course consists almost entirely of singletrack with a ton of exposure. You need to be aware of your surroundings. When you pass someone, they need to be able to hear you coming. If you are found wearing headphones at any time, you will be disqualified. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Races

XTERRA TRAIL RUN

Distance: Trail Run – 6K, 10K, 21K, and 42K

Event day check-in begins at 05:30

Your feet most likely will get wet.
Because your feet may get wet, there is a strong possibility sand may get in your shoes. Well ventilated = wet and sandy on this course so plan accordingly.
NO LATE STARTS. Budget your time to get to Black Canyon City and catch the shuttle if you are running the 1/2 marathon. You must start ahead of the sweep in order to receive a finish time.
HEADPHONES = DQ. This too is a safety issue. This course consists almost entirely of singletrack with a ton of exposure. You need to be aware of your surroundings. When you pass someone you, they need to be able to hear you coming. If you are found wearing headphones at any time you will be disqualified. NO EXCEPTIONS.
This course is awesome! If you've never been out here, be prepared for a treat :)

Schedule of Events

Saturday, March 12, 2022

2:00 -5:00pm

Pre-Race Packet Pickup

Road Runner Sports

Tempe Marketplace

43 S. McClintock Drive

Tempe, AZ 85281

Sunday, March 13, 2022 - Rock Springs Cafe

5:30am until 15 minutes before your start time	Race Day Pickup
7:15am	10K Start Time
7:20am	6K Start Time
7:30am	21K and 42K Start Time

Course Info - XTERRA Trail Run

XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run

Distances: 6K, 10K & 21K

Start/Finish for the 10k and 6k is in the parking lot NORTH of Rock Springs Café. DO NOT park in the Café's main parking lot.

NOTE: The courses run through private property. Please be respectful. DO NOT TRESPASS on non-race day. Stay on the course on race day. No spectators allowed on private property.

42k and 13.1 miles - Series Championship

A point to point 1/2 marathon. Race starts off of Table Mesa Road and follows the Black Canyon Trail to Black Canyon City and Rock Springs Cafe. 4 aid stations. It is strongly recommended that runners carry additional water.

42k will be out and back the 1/2 marathon course from Rock Springs cafe.

Start time: 6:30 a.m.

Water/Power Gels/Power Bars/Gatorade at Aid Stations A, B, C, D, E, as well as at the Start and Finish lines.

Restrooms located at all Start and Finish lines.

We recommend that you arrive 1 1/2 -2 hour before start of event to allow adequate time for parking, shuttling, packet pickup, and warmup.

1/2 Marathon Shuttles: Shuttles will be provided to transport runners to the start line for the 1/2 marathon. Runners may use their own transportation to be dropped off at the start line, however, there will be no parking permitted at the Table Mesa Trailhead. There will be coffee, music, and a fire at the 13.1 mile start for those of you who take the earlier shuttles. First shuttle leaves at 5:30am. Last shuttle leaves at 6:45am.

Black Canyon 21K

10k - Series Championship

Start Time: 07:15

2 aid stations. River crossings, up/down, river rocks, sand. This course has it all.

NO SHUTTLES REQUIRED FOR 10K RUNNERS.

Black Canyon 10K

6k Fun Run

Start Time: 07:20

1 aid station. River crossings, up/down, river rocks, sand. This course may be the shortest but it won't disappoint!

NO SHUTTLES REQUIRED FOR 6K RUNNERS.

This is not a part of the points series.

All runners will receive finisher medals.

There are no age group awards for the 6k fun run.

Black Canyon 6K

Directions

Rock Springs Cafe

Event Directions

35769 South Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324

(623) 374-5794

DIRECTIONS from Metro Phoenix: Take I-17 North toward Flagstaff. Exit 242 toward Black Canyon City and head west. Turn left onto Old Black Canyon Hwy. Cafe is on the right. Parking will be available in the parking lot north of Rock Springs Cafe.

Note: 1/2 Marathon start is located on Table Mesa Road, 13.1 miles south of Rock Springs Cafe. Shuttles from Rock Springs Cafe will be provided.

Parking

Start/Finish for the 10k and 6k is in the parking lot NORTH of Rock Springs Café. DO NOT park in the Café's main parking lot.

NOTE: The courses run through private property. Please be respectful. DO NOT TRESPASS on non-race day. Stay on the course on race day. No spectators allowed on private property.

Shendo Cat Racing needs YOU to make these events happen!

Volunteers guarantee the success of each event. They man the aid stations, cheer on the athletes, direct the misdirected runner, provide medical personnel, and generally make the races safer for everyone. We guarantee a great time and the time spent will be worthwhile. You don’t have to be a runner or athlete to volunteer at our events. If you have simple words of encouragement and are able to help direct runners or hand out water, you are valuable to us! In exchange for your time, you’ll be rewarded with coffee during the wee hours of the morning, goodies and refreshments, and most importantly the feel-good feeling of knowing that you helped to make the event happen and everyone finished because of the help you offered. You’ll also receive points for volunteering. Earn 6 points and you’ve earned a free race! Questions? Contact shannon [at] aztrailrace.com.