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

  • Date Sat 11th April 2026
  • Time 5:45AM MST
  • Location Marana, Arizona
  • Price $38.10
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances Half Marathon

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Event summary

Join us in the beautiful Tortolita Preserve of Marana, Pima, for the exhilarating #RUNMARANA Tortolita Traverse on Saturday, April 11, 2026! This exciting event features a challenging Half Marathon and a scenic 7-mile run, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. Experience the thrill of running on a mix of single-track trails and sandy washes, with aid stations conveniently located every three miles to keep you energized.

But that's not all! Day two of the Tortolita Traverse offers adrenaline-packed mountain bike races, including a 10-mile and a 20-mile course, ensuring thereโ€™s something for everyone. With custom race bibs, finisher medals, and the chance to earn a special finisher pin by beating the Tortoise Challenge time, this is the ultimate weekend for outdoor enthusiasts. Donโ€™t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run, ride, and celebrate in your town!

Organiser's Description

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 1:24.48
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!
TBD

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!

Races

  • Half Marathon Trail Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 11th April 2026 (5:45AM MST)

    $38.10

    A mixture of pristine dirt trail and dirt road/sandy washes There is a 4 hour and 30 minute cut-off.
  • 7 Mile Trail Run (~7.7miles)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 11th April 2026 (6:00AM MST)

    $38.10

    Pristine dirt trail
  • MTB 10 Mile

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sun 12th April 2026 (7:00AM MST)

    $38.10

    One loop
  • MTB 20 Mile

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sun 12th April 2026 (7:15AM MST)

    $38.10

    Two loops There is a 3 hour cut-off

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Location

Tortolita Preserve, 6250 W. Moore Rd, Marana, 85658, AZ, United States

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