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#RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse Half-Marathon, 7 Miler (~7.7) , and MTB Races logo

#RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse Half-Marathon, 7 Miler (~7.7) , and MTB Races

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 5:45 AM MST

Location
Marana, AZ
Tortolita Preserve, 6250 W. Moore Rd, 85658
Type
TRAIL

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Challenge yourself on a breathtaking trail run or mountain bike ride through the scenic Tortolita Preserve, with unique challenges and a welcoming vibe.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Who it's for

  • Beginner Friendly

Great for: beginners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Discover the #RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse, an annual event offering both trail running and mountain biking challenges in Marana, AZ. Experience a breathtaking course through the Tortolita Preserve, featuring a mix of single-track and sand washes. Runners can choose between a Half Marathon or a 7-mile loop, while cyclists tackle 10 or 20-mile races. This event is designed to be recreational and welcoming for all fitness levels, yet it also invites you to challenge yourself and test your speed against the clock or even the route director's time.

What to expect

  • Expect a challenging course with a mix of single-track trail and wash (sand) running, supported by aid stations every three miles.
  • All participants receive a finisher's medal, a custom race bib, and an online finisher's certificate.
  • Utilize the RaceJoy app for live tracking, cheers, and directions on your run.

Standout details

  • Tortolita Tortoise Challenge finisher pin
  • Dirt Hero Challenge series for a shirt
  • "Mappy Hour!" packet pickup at a brewery
  • RaceJoy app for live tracking and cheers

Perks & features

  • Medal
  • Swag Included

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 7.7 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 6:00 AM MST · From $38.10

    Opens Jul 31, 2025, 8:00 PM MST · Closes Apr 10, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

  • 9.53 Miles

    Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 AM MST · From $38.10

    Opens Jul 31, 2025, 8:00 PM MST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, Apr 11, 5:45 AM MST · From $38.10

    Opens Jul 31, 2025, 8:00 PM MST · Closes Apr 10, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

+ 1 more option
  • 19.06 Miles

    Sun, Apr 12, 7:15 AM MST · From $38.10

    Opens Jul 31, 2025, 8:00 PM MST · Closes Apr 11, 2026, 7:59 PM MST

Vibe Check

Push Potential

Mixed surface + rolling terrain, longer distance

  • Mostly trail
  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Mixed
  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Your Trails. Your Run/Ride. Your Town

On Your Left Fitness is proud to partner with the Town of Marana Parks and Recreation to bring you the 3rd Annual Tortolita Traverse, A challenging, yet breathtaking course in the Tortolita Preserve. Day 1 will feature the Half Marathon and 7 (7.7) Mile run. Day two will feature a 10-mile and 20-mile mountain bike race.

The Course

Day 1 | Run the route! Challenge yourself to a half marathon on a mixture of single-track trail and wash (sand) running or test your speed in the 7-mile Tortolita loop Course. There will be aid stations roughly every 3 miles on the course. Day 2 | Ride the Route! Prove your speed and have the fastest single or double lap.

Day 1 | RUN 5:00 am | Check-in 5:45 am | Half-Marathon Start (4 hour 30 minute cut-off) 6:00 am | 7 Mile (7.7) Start

Day 2 | RIDE ~ UPDATED 3/24/25 6:00 am | Check-in 7:00 am | 10 Mile Start (1 lap) (1 bike will leave every 60 seconds) 7:15 am | 20 Mile Start (2 laps) (1 bike will leave every 60 seconds) (3:00 hour cut-off)

Tortoise Challenge

Race our “Tortolita Tortoise”! Beat the race time of our route director to earn a special finisher pin.

Day 1 RUN         Half-Marathon 2:24.23  | 7 (7.7) Mile 1:24.54 Day 2 RIDE        *Tortoise Don't Ride Bikes*

Dirt Hero Challenge

Crush the Dirt Dash Half Marathon trail run in the winter, slay the Tortolita Traverse Half Marathon trail run in the spring, and earn yourself the dirt hero shirt for completing the distance of a marathon through Marana trails.

The Details

Custom Bibs | All registrations include a custom race bib and custom online finisher's certificate. Finisher Medal | All registered participants will receive a finisher's medal

Mappy Hour! (Packet Pickup) Dove Mountain Brewery  ~ Friday, April 10, 2026, from 4pm to 6pm. 12130 N Dove Mountain Blvd, Marana, AZ 85658

This is your chance to pick up your packet and race swag and also discuss the courses with the race directors.

If you can't attend Mappy Hour, you can pick up your packet race morning.

RaceJoy

The RaceJoy app will be available if you want to use it to receive cheers and directions on your run, or if your family and friends want to track you on race day. (Trail Runs ONLY)

Results will be posted live on the event website, and you can sign up for text messaging.

Before you run/walk, consider downloading and using the RaceJoy App. On your event day, turn on RaceJoy, pick your route distance, hit start. When you're done, hit stop and save your results. Like the Facebook Event Page and share your run/walk with us. We love pictures!

#RUNMARANA (4 of 5)

The series includes five unique, fun, and challenging race events. Races are designed either as a trail race or road race each containing unique elements like mascots, community activities, or race course swag. All events are recreational and offer options for all fitness levels. Make Marana your place to run!

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