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Black Canyon Trail Run
Rock Springs Cafe
Overview
About
WHAT: XTERRA Black Canyon Trail Run
WHEN: March 8, 2020
WHERE: Rock Springs Cafe (map it)
This XTERRA series finale is not the event to miss. Lots of climbing, river crossings, sandy beaches, and endless singletrack. The best part? Our after race party is hosted at Rock Springs Café which means….DELICIOUS PIE!! 1/2 marathon, 10k, or a 6k fun run. This course is awesome! If you've never been out here, be prepared for a treat :) 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 6:40am.
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! 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
The 1/2 marathon is 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.
The 10k is an upsidedown lollipop starting and finishing at the legendary Rock Springs Cafe. Meander thru Rock Springs to BLM 9925 for 1.5 miles.
The 6k is the same course as the 10k minus the lollipop stick.
Contact
Contact Name: Shannon Lindner
Contact Email: info [at] aztrailrace.com
Contact Phone: 602-363-7725
Note: Please do not contact xterraplanet.com for questions about this specific race. Use the email and/or number provided here.
Volunteers
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! To volunteer just click the volunteer button on the race page or contact shannon [at] aztrailrace.com.
Positions Available:
- 4WD vehicles
- Aid Stations (10)
- Registration (4)
- Finish Line (2)
- Breakfast Prep
- Awards
Race Info
Schedule of Events
Saturday, March 7, 2020
| 2:00 -5:00pm | Pre-Race Packet Pickup |
Sunday, March 8, 2020 - 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 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.
21K
1/2 Marathon Start Time: 07:30
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.
Water/Gels/Bars/Gatorade at 4 Aid Stations, as well as at the Start and Finish lines.
Restrooms located at all Start and Finish lines.
2 River crossings which may or may not get your feet wet.
We recommend that you arrive 1 1/2 -2 hour before the start of the 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 6:40am.
10K
10K Start Time: 07:15
An upsidedown lollipop starting and finishing at the legendary Rock Springs Cafe. Meander thru Rock Springs to BLM 9925 for 1.5 miles. Turn around at the aid station and come halfway back before heading down to the river. Meet up with the Black Canyon Trail at the second aid station. One last climb and you'll be ready for pie.
2 aid stations
2-3 River crossings depending on the river.
No Shuttles Required.
Water/Gels/Bars/Gatorade at 2 aid stations.
6K
6K Start Time: 07:20
1 aid station.
Same course as the 10K minus the lollipop stick. Meander thru Rock Springs to BLM 9925. Right turn down to the river. Meet up with the Black Canyon Trail at the aid station and then one last climb before the finish line and PIE!
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.
1 aid station with water/gels/bars/gatorade.
Directions and Parking
Directions
Rock Springs Cafe
35769 South Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City, AZ 85324
(623) 374-5794
DIRECTIONS from Phoenix: Take I-17 North toward Flagstaff. Exit 242 toward Black Canyon City and head west. Turn left onto Old Black Canyon Hwy. Parking will be available in the parking lot north of Rock Springs Cafe on the right.
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 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 6:40am.
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.
Entry
Price Structure
| Prices | 6K | 10K | 21K |
| Early Flash Sale: 5/1 - 5/15 | $35 | $45 | $60 |
| Early Bird: 5/16 - 9/14 | $40 | $50 | $65 |
| Regular: 9/15 - 2/4 | $45 | $55 | $70 |
| Regular: 2/5 - 2/26 | $50 | $60 | $75 |
| Late: 2/27 - 3/6 | $55 | $65 | $80 |
| PPU / Race Day | $65 | $75 | $90 |
