10 K Trail Run starts at 7:00am
Course Description
Just North of Cave Creek is some of the most pristine Sonoran Desert you will find in all of Arizona, which is why we are trying to save it. With its isolation there is a tremendous amount of flora and fauna, a perfect setting for our trail run. You will be running on primitive trails that are primarily used by wildlife and equestrians. The route will take you down through sandy washes, up over hills and down them too, over loose rock and stiff ones and yes, cactus as well, so don't forget your comb and tweezers. You will go through an amazing saguaro stand and have breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Your best view will be once you climb "Heart-attack Hill". A climb of 220 feet in just 1/3 of a mile. All of your sweating, heavy breathing and rewarding smiles is in the name of saving this Open Space. Keep an eye out for an egg. There will be one egg out on the course. Whoever finds it and brings it back will receive a special prize. With your participation you will help ensure it remains as Open Space forever. And we sincerely thank you for caring.
PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY water stop is 3.5 miles into the route. Please plan accordingly. It could be quite warm so we are advising that you carry you own water so you can stay properly hydrated.
Thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you out on the trail.
Just North of Cave Creek is some of the most pristine Sonoran Desert you will find in all of Arizona, which is why we are trying to save it. With its isolation there is a tremendous amount of flora and fauna, a perfect setting for our trail run. You will be running on primitive trails that are primarily used by wildlife and equestrians. The route will take you down through sandy washes, up over hills and down them too, over loose rock and stiff ones and yes, cactus as well, so don't forget your comb and tweezers. You will go through an amazing saguaro stand and have breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Your best view will be once you climb "Heart-attack Hill". A climb of 220 feet in just 1/3 of a mile. All of your sweating, heavy breathing and rewarding smiles is in the name of saving this Open Space. Keep an eye out for an egg. There will be one egg out on the course. Whoever finds it and brings it back will receive a special prize. With your participation you will help ensure it remains as Open Space forever. And we sincerely thank you for caring.
PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY water stop is 3.5 miles into the route. Please plan accordingly. It could be quite warm so we are advising that you carry you own water so you can stay properly hydrated.
Thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you out on the trail.
Map and Elevation
Click HERE to see the course along with the elevations. You do have a ability do upload this to your GPS device. Please, DO NOT pay attention to the time. I was walking the course and making notes so this is VERY slow...
Registration/Pricing
Registration will open the beginning of January 2014.
Pricing: Early registration $30 until 2/27, Regular registration $35 from 2/28 until 4/3, Late registration $40 after 4/4 to 4/16, and finally 4/17 to 4/19, if not sold out, $45
You can register online by clicking HERE. Or you can register in person during packet pick-up at Runner's Den on April 18th or the morning of the race on April 19th. Please keep in mind, this event has sold out every year. There is a max of 400 participants. There is no longer a snail mail option.
If you have any registration question, please contact our registration company ArizonaReg.com
Super Easy Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up
RUNNER'S DEN on Friday, April 18th from 2pm - 6pm. Click HERE for directions/location. We strongly encourage you to pick up your packet at this time. It will only make your race day, and mine, that much easier.
Physical Race Address: 44029 N. Spur Cross Rd. Cave Creek Az., 85331
Awards
All finishers will receive a "medal". 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in men's, women's and juniors (15 and under, boys and girls) will receive a unique, one-of-a-kind award in the 5K and 10K. There is a special prize for the person who finds the egg and brings it back.
Cancellation Policy
There are NO REFUNDS. You also have to option of donating you the entry fee for a tax deductible donation.
Donation
If you've decided you don't want to or can't partake in the race but you'd still like to make a donation to help save this Open Space, click HERE and you'll be redirected to another page that has a PayPal option for our account. In advance, we ALL thank you for your donation.
Accommodations
The Tumbleweed Hotel in Cave Creek is offering $20 discount to participants. Please make sure to identify yourself as a "Cave Creek Trail Run participant" in order to receive the discount.
Registration will open the beginning of January 2014.
Pricing: Early registration $30 until 2/27, Regular registration $35 from 2/28 until 4/3, Late registration $40 after 4/4 to 4/16, and finally 4/17 to 4/19, if not sold out, $45
You can register online by clicking HERE. Or you can register in person during packet pick-up at Runner's Den on April 18th or the morning of the race on April 19th. Please keep in mind, this event has sold out every year. There is a max of 400 participants. There is no longer a snail mail option.
If you have any registration question, please contact our registration company ArizonaReg.com
Super Easy Pre-Race Packet Pick-Up
RUNNER'S DEN on Friday, April 18th from 2pm - 6pm. Click HERE for directions/location. We strongly encourage you to pick up your packet at this time. It will only make your race day, and mine, that much easier.
Physical Race Address: 44029 N. Spur Cross Rd. Cave Creek Az., 85331
Awards
All finishers will receive a "medal". 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers in men's, women's and juniors (15 and under, boys and girls) will receive a unique, one-of-a-kind award in the 5K and 10K. There is a special prize for the person who finds the egg and brings it back.
Cancellation Policy
There are NO REFUNDS. You also have to option of donating you the entry fee for a tax deductible donation.
Donation
If you've decided you don't want to or can't partake in the race but you'd still like to make a donation to help save this Open Space, click HERE and you'll be redirected to another page that has a PayPal option for our account. In advance, we ALL thank you for your donation.
Accommodations
The Tumbleweed Hotel in Cave Creek is offering $20 discount to participants. Please make sure to identify yourself as a "Cave Creek Trail Run participant" in order to receive the discount.
