Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Registration Open for October 25, 2025

Early birds, it's time to hit the trail for the 2025 edition Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon and 5k! Join us in the beautiful Kaibab National Forest, steps from the stunning South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

📋 Description

• Produced by: life-long runners who know the beauty of running, walking, and hiking through scenic and challenging terrain.
• Developed in partnership with: the Town of Tusayan, the Tusayan Fire Department, the IMAX Visitor Center, the Kaibab National Forest, and other local community members.
• Celebration: Together, we celebrate the invigorating joy and personal triumphs of trail running.
• Course Details: Run or walk through the stunning Kaibab National Forest, nestled on the Coconino Plateau just a hop, skip, and jump away from the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon South Rim.

🏁 Race Details

• Start/Finish Location: The race kicks off in Tusayan, Arizona, where you'll find the start/finish line and all the post-race festivities.
• Course: The course is within the recently designated Baaj Nwaavjo I’tah Kukveni Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument.
• Challenge: Get set for a thrilling and challenging course that’ll take you on a beautiful ride under a canopy of trees, past tree-lined cliffs, and under historic railroad tracks.
• Wildlife: Who knows, you might even be lucky enough to spot some of the local wildlife!

🥇 Post-Race Experience

Once you've crossed the finish line, grab your coveted souvenir medal, relax at the beer garden, and check out the artisan fair with locally-made jewelry, artwork, and other offerings from local and Tribal artisans. After you’ve recovered, head a few miles up the road to check out the scenery at the Grand Canyon. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience nature's majesty at its finest!

❤️ Charity

Your donations help support the vital services provided by the two local non-profits: the Tusayan Fire Department and the Grand Canyon Food Pantry.

📍 Staging

The event is staged at the IMAX Visitor Center, 450 AZ-64, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, about 3 hours from the Phoenix Sky Harbor airport and 4 hours from Las Vegas.

🍬 Event Treats

• Finisher's Medal: Snazzy finisher's race medal in the 5k and half marathon.
• Commemorative Shirt: A colorful long sleeve shirt to commemorate your epic journey across the trails near the South Rim.
• Post-Race Snacks: Tasty post-race snacks to refuel your engine.
• Free Beer: Free beer to celebrate your triumph, with discounted pours supporting the Tusayan Fire Department.

🏨 Local Partners

We support Run Local. The Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon is a joint partnership between the Town of Tusayan and Run Tucson, the premier local running company in Arizona. Special thanks to the folks from the Kaibab National Forest for providing the permit for the event.

📚 Overview

• Family Friendly: Bring the Kids! Children and strollers are allowed in the 5k.
• Fundraiser: This event raises funds for the Tusayan Fire Department and Grand Canyon Food Pantry.
• Course Terrain: Trail Half-Marathon Terrain: half mile start on sidewalk, then 11.5 miles of challenging forest jeep roads.
• Weather: Most likely in the 30's and 40's early morning, with daytime highs hitting 60's - 70's.

🏞️ Important Notes

• Chair Athletes: The 5k would be challenging for chair athletes, while the half-marathon is a rugged course not suitable for chair athletes.
• Pets: We love pets but they cannot be with participants on the course during the event.
• Training Advice: Want Training Advice? Contact RRCA-certified running coach Tia Accetta at tia@runtucson.net.

For more information and to register, visit: Grand Canyon Trail Half Marathon & 5k.