Steele Trap Trail Run

It's not for the weak. Conquer the rugged terrain of the Steele Trap in an elite desert trail run designed for the bold.

Our Why

A fresh take on trail running that ditches the big-budget hype for pure, no frills adventure. Forget the lottery entries, $200+ fees, swag bags, and finish line blow up arches. This is trail running stripped back to what it should be: you, the dirt, friends new and old, and zero corporate polish.

We're keeping it deliberately low-key because running shouldn't cost a mortgage payment. Entry fee is only $50 bucks for any distance. You can change your desired distance the day of the race if you choose, just make sure you finish.

Pick your race

Half-Marathon

Distance: 13.1 miles (Out and back)

Elevation Gain: Around 2,800 feet total (challenging for a half, with power hiking required on multiple sections).

Marathon

Distance: 26.2 miles (Out and back)

Elevation gain: Around 4,200 feet total. Uses the same trail as the Half, with a little more two track.

50 Miler

Distance: 50 Miles (Loop)

Elevation Gain: Around 8,800 feet total. Terrain is predominately old double track with short sections of rugged terrain.

EVENT INTELLIGENCE

START TIMES

50 Miler starts at 07:00 am. No cut-off times.

Marathon and Half Marathon start at 09:00 am. No cut-off times.

PACKET PICKUP

Packet pickup will be the morning of the race. No early pickup available. T-shirts are limited so make sure you choose the correct size during registration.

AID STATION PROVISIONS

Aid stations are unmanned. Each station will offer water, isotonic drinks, endurance gels, and a mix of sweet and salty snacks. We operate as a cup-less event to protect the wilderness; ensure your hydration system is accessible for rapid refilling at each stop.

COURSE MARKING SYSTEMS

The route features reflective orange ribbons every 200 (ish) meters and directional stake markers at every junction. No GPS files are available for download, it will be marked well enough.

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

Participants will start the race with a bolt. You will find an item at every aid station that will need to be added to your bolt in sequence. At the end of the race you will need to present your assembled pieces; if something is missing you will receive a DNF.

50 Miler: 07:00 am

Marathon and Half Marathon: 09:00 am

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