Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk

🏞️ Event Overview

Join us for the Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk on November 1, 2025, at 469 AZ-64, Grand Canyon Village, AZ. Registration is open for the 2025 edition! Start your journey in the breathtaking Kaibab National Forest, just steps from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

👟 Race Details

• Start/Finish Location: The race kicks off in Tusayan, Arizona, where you'll find the start/finish line and all post-race festivities.
• Course Description: Experience a thrilling and challenging course under a canopy of trees and historical railroad tracks.
• Community Support: This event is produced in partnership with local groups, including the Tusayan Fire Department and the Kaibab National Forest.
• Local Impact: Your donations will support the Tusayan Fire Department and the Grand Canyon Food Pantry.

🥇 Race Benefits

• Finisher's Medal: Snazzy medal for participants in both the 5k and half marathon.
• Commemorative Shirt: A colorful long sleeve shirt to remember your journey.
• Post-Race Snacks: Tasty snacks to help you refuel.
• Free Beer: Celebrate your triumph with a drink while supporting the fire department.

🌳 Terrain Information

• Half Marathon Terrain: Challenging course featuring jeep roads, rocky and dirt paths, with a paved final mile.
• 5k Terrain: Mostly paved, with a stretch on a hard-packed dirt forest road.
• Difficulty Level: The half marathon course is challenging with hills and rugged terrain.
• Weather Conditions: Expect temperatures ranging from the 30s to the 70s in early November at 7,000 feet elevation.

🏠 Local Accommodations

Tusayan serves as a perfect base for your visit to the Grand Canyon. It offers comfortable motels, campgrounds, restaurants, and the IMAX Theater. Discounts available for nearby tourist activities.

📝 Training and Support

For training advice, reach out to RRCA-certified coach Tia Accetta at tia@runtucson.net.

📢 Participant Feedback

Here's what participants have said:

• "Amazing first half marathon trail race experience!"
• "Best long sleeve t-shirt I've received in a while."
• "Beautiful scenery, challenging terrain, and lots of hills."
• "Thanks for the outstanding event, it was perfect!"

🔗 Additional Information & Links

For more details and updates, visit the official race page: Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon.