Vertigo Night Trail Runs

The Vertigo Night Trail Runs take place at night in Waddell, Arizona, on August 7, 2027, on mountainous terrain, with five distances: 52K, 31K, 20K, 10K and 6K. The races are run entirely in the dark, with altitude and the surrounding desert relief as the main challenges.

Runners must cope with reduced visibility and the temperature swings typical of nighttime outings in arid country. This is a technical, demanding trail event that calls for self-sufficiency and careful pacing over the distance. The night format gives it a distinctive identity, somewhere between physical challenge and unusual sensory experience.