Navajo Nation Last Man Standing
- Date Sat 21st March 2026
- Time 7:00AM MDT
- Location Shonto, Arizona
- Price $107.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the inaugural Navajo Nation Last Man Standing race on Saturday, March 21, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Shonto, Navajo. This unique endurance event kicks off at 7:00 a.m. at the Shonto Marketplace Trailhead, where participants will tackle a challenging course along the scenic Rail-Trail Route. Runners will compete in a thrilling format, completing 4-mile segments with a one-hour time limit to return to the finish line. With a maximum of 25 laps, this race tests both physical stamina and mental resilience, culminating in a total of 100 miles for those who can keep up the pace.
Registration is now open, and participants will enjoy on-course support, including food, drinks, and medical assistance, along with a commemorative event shirt and gear. The vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by local live music, making it a festive day for runners and spectators alike. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer looking for a challenge, the Navajo Nation Last Man Standing is an unforgettable experience promoting community health and wellness. Make your plans to join us in Shonto for this exciting race!
Registration is now open, and participants will enjoy on-course support, including food, drinks, and medical assistance, along with a commemorative event shirt and gear. The vibrant atmosphere is enhanced by local live music, making it a festive day for runners and spectators alike. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer looking for a challenge, the Navajo Nation Last Man Standing is an unforgettable experience promoting community health and wellness. Make your plans to join us in Shonto for this exciting race!
Organiser's Description
NAVAJO NATION LAST MAN STANDING
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
SHONTO MARKETPLACE TRAILHEAD
WELCOME TO THE INAUGURAL LAST MAN STANDING RACE!
START TIME: 7:00 A.M. - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
REGISTRATION Online registration for the Last Man Standing is now open through an hour before race time on Saturday, March 21
Online registration is available at the NavajoYES website: www.navajoyes.org Please contact us if you have need for a hardship discount or the local/native runner discount for registration.
Your registration includes on-course support (including food and drink, medical support and portajohns) plus an event shirt, Rail-to-Trail poster, decal and neck gaiter. All proceeds benefit community health and wellness programs on the Navajo Nation.
LOCATION Shonto Marketplace Trailhead Jct Hwy 160 and Hwy 98 (across Highway 160 from the Shell gas station.
COURSE The race will be run on the Rail-Trail Route, which is primarily a dirt path. There are some sandy sections on the route, and a short rocky section near the turnaround point.
Runners will alternate running east of the Start/Finish and west of the Start/Finish. To start the race runners will run just over two (2) miles east from the Start/Finish area, and then return the same route back to the venue. Runners will alternate with a 2+ miles route to the west and return to the Start/Finish..
It is recommended that you develop a plan to meet your energy and hydration needs. There will also be local live music at the Start/Finish area to keep you motivated.
THE LAST MAN EVENT RULES Here is how a Last Man/Woman event works.
Beginning at 7:00 a.m., all runners line up at the Start Line to begin their first 4-mile segment. They have one hour to complete the 4 miles. As long as a runner returns to the Finish Line under one hour, they can line up at the Start Line at 8:00 a.m. to begin their second 4-mile segment. If they finish under one hour, they line up again at 9:00 a.m. for their third segment, and so on.
If runners fail to complete a segment in under one hour or if they simply opt to not begin the next segment, they are no longer in the competition.
If there is more than one runner remaining at the start of the 25th lap, the first runner to complete that lap will be declared the winner. There will be no more than 25 laps in the event, measuring a 100-mile total.
RACE CAMP The Start/Finish area will include a well-stocked aid station. Runners may set up a camp area with chair, table, their personal kit, extra shoes, etc. that will be accessible at the completion of each segment. They may use whatever time they have been the time that they finish a segment until the top of the hour when the next segment begins.
AID STATION There will be one major aid station at the Start/Finish, providing hydration, medical support and a variety of nutrition. Available foods will include an assortment of the following: Honey Stinger energy gels and waffles, Gatorade, salty snacks, pickles/juice, coffee/tea, fresh fruit and sweet snacks. In addition, runners will have access to Nutella wraps, sandwiches, hummus wraps, broth, turkey + cheese wraps, and PBJs, among other food items.
TOILETS & TRASH There will be a portable toilet on the Start/Finish. Please use common backcountry etiquette if using the restroom elsewhere. There will be trash bags for small items.
PACKET PICK-UP Packet pick-up will take place at the start line beginning at 6:00 a.m.
THIS IS A CUP-LESS EVENT SO PLEASE PLAN TO HAVE A HAND-HELD BOTTLE OR HYDRATION PACK FOR USE THROUGHOUT THE DAY. The main aid station at the start/finish area will have ample supplies of drinks Gatorade, water, hot tea, coffee, sparkling water, Coke, Ginger Ale and Drip Drop.
AWARDS There are overall awards for the last man and final woman finishers.
PACERS Pacers may join their runner after mile 20.
WEATHER The average high temps for March is in the mid to high 50s, with an average low temps in the low-30s. The weather in the high desert is variable and early spring weather, wind, rain and even snow are possible, as are much more mild conditions.
LODGING The closest hotels for race weekend are in Kayenta (33 miles east of the race venue), Tuba City (40 miles west) and Page (70 miles north). There is an excellent campground at Navajo National Monument, 23 miles northeast of the venue.
CONTACTS
Registration questions: 928.429.0345 | [email protected]
General questions: 505.686.2300 | [email protected]
www.navajoyes.org [https://www.navajoyes.org]
www.Facebook.com/NavajoYES [https://www.Facebook.com/NavajoYES]
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2026
SHONTO MARKETPLACE TRAILHEAD
WELCOME TO THE INAUGURAL LAST MAN STANDING RACE!
START TIME: 7:00 A.M. - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
REGISTRATION Online registration for the Last Man Standing is now open through an hour before race time on Saturday, March 21
Online registration is available at the NavajoYES website: www.navajoyes.org Please contact us if you have need for a hardship discount or the local/native runner discount for registration.
Your registration includes on-course support (including food and drink, medical support and portajohns) plus an event shirt, Rail-to-Trail poster, decal and neck gaiter. All proceeds benefit community health and wellness programs on the Navajo Nation.
LOCATION Shonto Marketplace Trailhead Jct Hwy 160 and Hwy 98 (across Highway 160 from the Shell gas station.
COURSE The race will be run on the Rail-Trail Route, which is primarily a dirt path. There are some sandy sections on the route, and a short rocky section near the turnaround point.
Runners will alternate running east of the Start/Finish and west of the Start/Finish. To start the race runners will run just over two (2) miles east from the Start/Finish area, and then return the same route back to the venue. Runners will alternate with a 2+ miles route to the west and return to the Start/Finish..
It is recommended that you develop a plan to meet your energy and hydration needs. There will also be local live music at the Start/Finish area to keep you motivated.
THE LAST MAN EVENT RULES Here is how a Last Man/Woman event works.
Beginning at 7:00 a.m., all runners line up at the Start Line to begin their first 4-mile segment. They have one hour to complete the 4 miles. As long as a runner returns to the Finish Line under one hour, they can line up at the Start Line at 8:00 a.m. to begin their second 4-mile segment. If they finish under one hour, they line up again at 9:00 a.m. for their third segment, and so on.
If runners fail to complete a segment in under one hour or if they simply opt to not begin the next segment, they are no longer in the competition.
If there is more than one runner remaining at the start of the 25th lap, the first runner to complete that lap will be declared the winner. There will be no more than 25 laps in the event, measuring a 100-mile total.
RACE CAMP The Start/Finish area will include a well-stocked aid station. Runners may set up a camp area with chair, table, their personal kit, extra shoes, etc. that will be accessible at the completion of each segment. They may use whatever time they have been the time that they finish a segment until the top of the hour when the next segment begins.
AID STATION There will be one major aid station at the Start/Finish, providing hydration, medical support and a variety of nutrition. Available foods will include an assortment of the following: Honey Stinger energy gels and waffles, Gatorade, salty snacks, pickles/juice, coffee/tea, fresh fruit and sweet snacks. In addition, runners will have access to Nutella wraps, sandwiches, hummus wraps, broth, turkey + cheese wraps, and PBJs, among other food items.
TOILETS & TRASH There will be a portable toilet on the Start/Finish. Please use common backcountry etiquette if using the restroom elsewhere. There will be trash bags for small items.
PACKET PICK-UP Packet pick-up will take place at the start line beginning at 6:00 a.m.
THIS IS A CUP-LESS EVENT SO PLEASE PLAN TO HAVE A HAND-HELD BOTTLE OR HYDRATION PACK FOR USE THROUGHOUT THE DAY. The main aid station at the start/finish area will have ample supplies of drinks Gatorade, water, hot tea, coffee, sparkling water, Coke, Ginger Ale and Drip Drop.
AWARDS There are overall awards for the last man and final woman finishers.
PACERS Pacers may join their runner after mile 20.
WEATHER The average high temps for March is in the mid to high 50s, with an average low temps in the low-30s. The weather in the high desert is variable and early spring weather, wind, rain and even snow are possible, as are much more mild conditions.
LODGING The closest hotels for race weekend are in Kayenta (33 miles east of the race venue), Tuba City (40 miles west) and Page (70 miles north). There is an excellent campground at Navajo National Monument, 23 miles northeast of the venue.
CONTACTS
Registration questions: 928.429.0345 | [email protected]
General questions: 505.686.2300 | [email protected]
www.navajoyes.org [https://www.navajoyes.org]
www.Facebook.com/NavajoYES [https://www.Facebook.com/NavajoYES]
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Last Man Standing
Incl. $7.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st March 2026 (7:00AM MDT)
$107.00
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