Why come run the Fat Turkey Trail Run? Because you’ve eaten too much, because it’s in the red rocks of Papago Park, because it’s on the trails, because more than a 10k is too far when you’re this full, and because RUNNING IS FUN!  Get ready, because the Fat Turkey Trail Run is not your everyday turkey trot.

Come race the Turkey (or at least someone dressed like one) on the trails of Papago Park. This fun and enjoyable trail turkey trot is great for the whole family. Join family and friends for a no-pressure fun trail run in the centrally-located trails of the Papago Buttes. Can you think of a more fun way to bond after too much food and football-watching? The 5k is great for beginners or if you’re just looking for a fun outing. The 10k provides a little more of a challenge and a little bit more scenery.

Schedule:

10k Trail Run - 8:00 a.m.
5k Trail Run - 8:15 a.m.

Course Info:

Beginning at North Linear Park (just east of the 202 and west of the Tempe Town Lake Marina), both courses head west on the canal for 1/2 mile before heading into the single track for either a rockin’ or rollin’ 5k/10k. Both courses include aid stations with water/electrolytes/gels. If you love running the Papago Buttes and chasing turkeys, our Fat Turkey Trail Run may be just the thing for you!

Click here for 10k Course Map
Click here for 5k Course Map

Cost:

Running-10K - $62.00
Youth 10K (12 and under) - $40.00

Running-5K - $49.00
Youth 5k (12 and under) - $35.00

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