Friday ~ April 17
Bib pickup
at the Hike House
12 Noon ~ 4:30 PM.
Be sure to say hi to our
Partners on site and
stop by for your FOMO
bib pics hosted by
Let's Wander Photography.
will also be on site for some
pre-race IV hydration!
Shake~out run
Hosted by 444 Run Co.
at 5 PM on our "secret"
slick rock location.
Followed by our
Opening ceremony
from 5:30 - 6:45 PM
with our
"Moment of Intention"
Sunset is at 7:01 PM
Saturday ~ April 18
5:00 AM Bib p/u
at Race location
6:00 AM 50M & 34M
Races start
7:00 AM 21M & 12M
Races start
8:00 AM 4M Race starts
6:30 PM Course closes
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Post Race "Kick~back"
and Vendor Village.
Be sure to stop by
our Vendor Village.
Bring a camping chair
and chill to share stories
from the trail.
We're turning 5 in 2026,
so we're planning a
birthday celebration :)
Details to come!!!
We'll be announcing our Saturday evening festivities very soon. Plan to stay after the races to celebrate with us!
Thursday ~ April 16
444 Run Co. hosts our community beer run from SBC Basecamp.
The fun starts HERE @ 5PM!
Park across the street at
the Cowboy Church.
Located at:
3132 White Bear Rd.
Sedona 86336
See you then :)
#enjoytheVUE
LODGING/CAMPING
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All registered runners will receive a commemorative
medal or buckle and
awesome tech shirt.
Buckles to the 34M
and 50M finishers.
the Vortex Ultra Experience
Trail Running Escapes operates under permit by Coconino National Forest
HOW TO REGISTER?
Thank you to our amazing Partners!
Celebrate Earth Day
with us in
the Red Rocks of Sedona!
Sedona is a "must see" destination place, so hotel prices tend to be higher. An alternative location, Cottonwood, offers lower priced lodging and is about 25-45 minutes away from each day's race start respectively. We suggest the Hampton Inn & Suites Cottonwood.
Rather Camp?
Here is where we suggest:
Dead Horse Ranch
(tent, RV or cabins)
or
Rancho Sedona RV Park
(no tent camping)
Traveling in your Adventure van or RV?
Sedona offers several locations for free dispersed camping. Check out: Loy Butte Road/Forest Road 525 (closest) or North Bill Gray Road. Both accessible off 89A.
AirBnB is also a great option for friends sharing accommodations or a family who may need more space. Book early, because Springtime is high season here!
April 18, 2026
Races start at 6 AM
Interested in volunteering? We'd love to hear from you :)
Please email us at: trailrunningescapes@gmail.com
Sedona boasts world-famous red rocks, nearly 2 million acres of Coconino National Forest land, as well as refreshing Oak Creek and the Verde River. As part of the Sedona community, we cherish these spaces and want to care for them so that everyone can enjoy them for generations to come. That is why Trail Running Escapes has partnered with the Sedona Chamber of Commerce, Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and businesses and organizations across the city to protect this magnificent landscape by inspiring visitors and residents to care for our outdoor spaces. In order to protect these treasures, we ask that you practice Sedona’s Leave No Trace principles and make your promise by taking the Sedona Cares Pledge at SedonaCares.com.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
proudly presents
FUN STUFF
Prices are listed on our registration page. Simply click the "Register" tab above. Prices do NOT include Arizona sales tax nor Ultrasignup fees.
Join us on April 18, 2026 when
Arabella Sedona proudly presents
the "VUE" ~ Vortex Ultra Experience in the Red Rocks of Sedona.
We offer 5 distances from 50 Miles to 4 Miles; something for everyone.
We have chosen the best trails on the Westside to showcase Sedona's finest single track trails, red rock views, slick rock plateaus and epic towering spires.
Come celebrate Earth Day weekend the right way.
Outside...in the beautiful Red Rocks of Sedona.
Run. Stay. Play.
#enjoytheVUE #vue #vortexultra #sayyestonewadventures #runelevated
Registration is open at Ultrasignup!!!
You have (5) races to choose from on race day. We have designed the races to showcase the best trails on Sedona's
Westside.
Challenge yourself to this one of a kind Red Rock experience. Vortex vibes included!
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Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.
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USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
One Weekend. Five Races. Epic Sh*t
50 Miles
34 Miles
21 Miles
12 Miles
4 Miles
camps and races in sedona & the santa monica mountains
TRAIL RUNNING ESCAPES
POST RACE "kick~back"
Join us after the races on Saturday, April 18th from 9 AM to 6:00 PM at our post
race "kick-back" &
Vendor Village.
Celebrate your trail victories and Earth Day in one of the most magical places ~ Sedona.
Be sure to pack a
camping chair so you can
hang post race and share
your stories from the trail!
Athletic Brew will be back in 2026 to celebrate your
victories and our birthday. Did we mention we're turning 5!!!
A huge thank you to our
2026 Title Sponsor
Thank you to our past & current partners:)
Arielle's Light
Athletic Brewing
Choose your Challenge...
4M, 12M, 21M, 34M and 50M distances
Trail Running Escapes proudly supports Arielle's Light. A nonprofit organization dedicated to shining hope on mental health struggles, breaking stigma, and making therapy accessible for youth and young adults aged 13–25.
💜 Arielle was a beacon of light—a compassionate friend, a driven soul, and someone who always cared for others. But behind her bright smile, she struggled silently with her mental health.
Her story is not unique. Too many young people face barriers to mental health care—financial hurdles, stigma, and fear of judgment.
At Arielle’s Light, they’re turning those barriers into bridges. Please email them at: hello@arielleslight.com if you would like to donate money, services or you need assistance yourself. We're all in this together!
Sedona, Arizona
Our Host Hotel is the Arabella!
Located in the heart of Sedona
with one of the "best kept secret"
red rock views. Arabella is a short 0.4 M walk to Bib pickup at the Hike House and only
5.3 miles to the race start.
Discount code for 2026
is "TRE".
Simply select your dates, tap "Add Code", then select "Rate Access/Corporate Code"
and type the code.