The 8k Trail Run follows the same route as the run for the XTERRA Deuces Wild Triathlon and offers athletes a mix of hills, and flat terrain. After a mild start, runners will descend down a steep hill that takes them across the cove where the rest of the run awaits. After finding their way up to the famous green water tower, the runners will make their way out to the entrance of Fool Hollow Lake and onto the dirt trail that runs the perimeter of the lake. Following this out and back, the runners will make their way up to the chute bringing their race to a close. Should the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest be closed for fire danger, we will use our alternate course (first used in 2018).

Run Course Map 

Alternate Run Course Map 

AID STATIONS

Aid stations for the 8k trail run will be approximately every mile and will have water, Gatorade, Clif Gels, pretzels and fruit.

ENTRY FEE INCLUDES:

• Accurate timing with timing chip and electronic results.

• Post race food (bagels and fruit).

• Finisher Medal

• T-Shirt

THE FOLLOWING CAN BE PURCHASED FOR AN EXTRA FEE DURING REGISTRATION:

• Post race meal (there will be a catered lunch on-site)

• Hat

• Socks

Q:  WHERE DO PEOPLE STAY WHEN THEY ARE UP AT YOUR RACE?
A:  Many people camp at the lake (they have full RV hookups and great facilities), stay at one of the many local hotels, or rent cabins.

Q: WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE VIP PARKING FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY?
A:  We have a bus that runs every 20 minutes from Show Low High School to the venue.  You will park at the high school and ride the bus over.  A lot of our racers just ride their bikes over to the race site.

Q: CAN WE PREVIEW THE XTERRA COURSE?
A:  Yes!  Just be mindful that our course goes through private property and you should avoid these properties while pre-running.  On race day we have special permission from the owners to use their properties.

CAMPING INFORMATION

Camping at Fool Hollow Lake is available by reservations and IT WILL SELL OUT, so reserve early. Some great park resources are:

Fool Hollow Lake

Camping/RV reservations

The following is the contact information for two additional camping sites in the area. Please call for information and reservations.  Both are within reasonable travel distance to the race site.

Show Low Lake Campground

(928) 537-4126

Navajo County

Lakeside Campground

(877) 444-6777

(800) 280-CAMP National Forest

HOTEL INFORMATION

There is a list of local hotels available on the Show Low Chamber of Commerce website.  All activities will be taking place at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area.

For USAT members, discounts on Hilton Hotels are available. For a complete listing of all Hilton Hotels, visit their website. To receive the code for the discounted rates, please log in to the USA Triathlon website and click on Member Discounts.

CONDOS/HOUSES

Cool Mountain Vacations has some great rental homes and condos very close to the race venue. Check them out and make your stay a little more comfortable!

OTHER

The White Mountains are filled with other local accommodations.  Cabins, condos and bed n’ breakfasts will be available for stays. A little research might make your stay in the White Mountains a little more unique and enjoyable than a simple hotel room. We will leave the search up to you, but space is out there - especially if you plan early. Check out www.vrbo.com and search for Show Low - some of the closer neighborhoods are Bison Ridge, Torreon and Sierra Pines.

Results will be posted after the event.

Deuces Wild Endurance Festival is proud to announce the Triathlon Club and Team World Championships!  Well run clubs and teams are hard to come by and the work that all of the members put in deserves some recognition, so we are here to make that happen.  In order for your club or team to participate you must first register your club or team. After the designated person on your club/team has you registered, your members will then be able to select their designated club or team during registration (please allow 72-hours for processing). Awards will be determined by Club Scoring and Team Scoring.

Classification

CLUBS AND TEAMS ARE CLASSIFIED IN THE FOLLOWING GROUPS: CLUB/TEAM DEFINITIONS

Club: Clubs promote the growth of the sport and provide a social aspect.  If drinking beer and eating good food is as important as training and racing then you are a club. Click here for Club Scoring Details.

Team: Teams are here to kick ass and take names.  If your group eats, sleeps, trains and like to throw down the hammer at races then you are a team. Click here for Team Scoring Details. Collegiate: If you are an officially recognized collegiate club or team.  All members must be currently enrolled in their representative college.  All colleges will race in the TEAM format. High School: If you are on a High School club or team.  All members must currently be in high school or just graduated from high school. All High Schools will race in the TEAM format.

SIZE - FOR CLUBS ONLY (TOTAL REGISTERED MEMBERS)

Small: 5-50 Members

Mid: 51-200 Members

Large: 200+ Members

DIVISION - FOR CLUBS AND TEAMS

Co-Ed: Mix of men and women

Male: Male only club/team

Female: Female only club/team

Awards

Clubs

TRIATHLON CLUBS (OVERALL AND RUNNER UP)

Men’s Triathlon Club – Small

Women’s Triathlon Club – Small

Co-Ed Triathlon Club – Small

Men’s Triathlon Club – Mid

Women’s Triathlon Club – Mid

Co-Ed Triathlon Club – Mid

Men’s Triathlon Club – Large

Women’s Triathlon Club – Large

Co-Ed Triathlon Club – Large

RUNNING CLUBS (OVERALL AND RUNNER UP)

Running Club – Small

Running Club – Mid

Running Club – Large Teams

TRIATHLON TEAMS (FIRST, SECOND, THIRD)

Men’s Triathlon Team

Women’s Triathlon Team

Combined Triathlon Team

COLLEGIATE TRIATHLON TEAMS (FIRST, SECOND, THIRD)

Men’s Collegiate Triathlon Team

Women’s Collegiate Triathlon Team

Combined Collegiate Triathlon Team

HIGH SCHOOL TRIATHLON TEAMS (FIRST, SECOND, THIRD)

Boy’s High School Triathlon Team

Girl’s High School Triathlon Team

Combined High School Triathlon Team

RUNNING TEAMS (OVERALL AND RUNNER UP)

Men’s Running Team

Women’s Running Team

Combined Running Team

COLLEGIATE RUNNING TEAMS (FIRST, SECOND, THIRD)

Men’s Collegiate Running Team

Women’s Collegiate Running Team

Combined Collegiate Running Team

HIGH SCHOOL RUNNING TEAMS (FIRST, SECOND, THIRD)

Boy’s High School Running Team

Girl’s High School Running Team

Combined High School Running Team