A seven-town, red rock to pine forest odyssey across Arizona that will rewrite what you think is possible
Overview
Cocodona 250 is a point to point journey from the Sonoran Desert to the high pines of Flagstaff, linking historic main streets, legendary singletrack, and big-sky vistas into one continuous 250-plus mile adventure. You will climb out of saguaro country, crest mountain ridges, roll through wine country and red rock cathedrals, and finish beneath the San Francisco Peaks with a crowd that knows exactly what you just did.
This is a race for explorers. Expect long, quiet miles under sunrise pastels, rowdy energy in mountain towns like Crown King and Jerome, and a finish line scene in downtown Flagstaff that hits you right in the heart. Crews, volunteers, and spectators are part of the magic. If you have been looking for a life-marker run, this is it.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Registration
Opens
May 20, 2025, 8:00 AM
Registration Fee
Official race details:
Logistics
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the closest major airport to the start in Black Canyon City and is approximately a 1 hour drive in normal traffic. Flagstaff Pulliam Airport serves the finish city and is convenient for crews and finish logistics. Nearby cities for lodging and resupply include Phoenix, Black Canyon City, Prescott, Cottonwood and Sedona, and Flagstaff.
Driving Directions
Parking
Follow race-day signage and volunteer direction at all access points. Some aid stations have limited capacity and will restrict crew vehicles. Downtown Flagstaff finish parking uses public lots and street parking with time limits. Carpooling is strongly encouraged for all crewed locations.
TBD for any parking or venue-specific permits along the route. Most crewed locations use public or forest access areas with race-day instructions.
Lodging
Lodging is available across the route in Black Canyon City, Crown King, Prescott, Cottonwood and Clarkdale, Sedona, and Flagstaff. Camping options may exist near select aid stations where permitted by land managers and will be noted in the runner guide.
Policies
Cancelations & Deferrals
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted on the course and should not be brought to aid stations or volunteer shifts. Please leave pets at home for the safety and comfort of runners and volunteers.
Kids
There is no dedicated kids race associated with Cocodona 250. Spectating minors must be supervised at all times at start, finish, and aid stations that allow visitors.
Volunteers
Volunteers are encouraged and appreciated across start, finish, aid stations, course marshaling, and sweeping. Sign up through the Aravaipa Running volunteer page and review age, shift, and safety guidelines.
Aid station set-up and staffing
Overnight aid support and hot food prep
Course sweeping and markings recovery
Finish line logistics and athlete services
Charity & Beneficiary
Cocodona supports community and access initiatives through Charity Bib entries and scholarship programs such as the Kahtoola Scholarship. Charity Bibs raise funds for partner nonprofits announced each season. Details and beneficiaries are listed on the event page and Charity Bib Program page.
Land Acknowledgement
This route crosses the ancestral lands of Indigenous peoples including the Hohokam, Yavapai, Hopi, Western Apache, and Diné among others. We honor the original stewards of these deserts, canyons, and mountain forests. We encourage every participant to learn about the people and history of the places they pass through, to travel with humility and care, and to give back to organizations that protect access and cultural heritage.
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