Rattlesnake Rollercoaster

Rattlesnake Rollercoaster 5K/10K

Get ready for the Rattlesnake Rollercoaster 5K/10K, hosted by the Stronghold Area Recreational Park Association (SARPA) in collaboration with Gateway of Light. Come experience a one-of-a-kind trail race through the rugged beauty of southeastern Arizona’s Dragoon Mountains!

Race Overview

• Location: 1092 W Highland Rd, Pearce, AZ
• Date: November 7, 2026
• Course: Scenic trails with mountain views, featuring climbs and descents.
• Experience: Open to experienced trail runners, road runners, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Course Details

This scenic course takes runners and walkers through rolling desert terrain surrounded by mountain views and the unmistakable character of the Arizona landscape. The course travels along trails crossing both private property and U.S. Forest Service land, giving participants a unique opportunity to experience an area of the Dragoon Mountains that you may not see during your everyday run.

Registration Perks

• Early Bird T-shirt: Register by October 16 and receive a complimentary race T-shirt.
• Swag Bags: The first 100 registered participants will receive a race-day swag bag, thanks to Northern Cochise Community Hospital (NCCH).
• Pre-Race Dinner: Racers who register by October 15 may reserve a complimentary pre-race dinner from 5:00–7:00 PM, supported by Arizona G&T (AEPCO).
• Additional Purchases: Event shirts and guest dinner tickets may be available for purchase during registration.

Run for a Local Cause

This race is more than a day on the trails. Proceeds from the Rattlesnake Rollercoaster help support SARPA’s continued maintenance and improvement of our local community park. By participating, you are helping us maintain and improve a community space used by local families, children, organizations, and events throughout the year.

Join Us!

Come challenge yourself, enjoy the outdoors, experience the Dragoon Mountains, and help support recreation right here in our community.

Additional Information

For additional race information, course details, and updates, visit: Rattlesnake Rollercoaster 5K/10K Run. Limited availability to stay overnight at Gateway of Light can also be found on the above link.

Get Ready!

Choose your distance. Take on the mountains. Run the Rattlesnake Rollercoaster!