Prices are listed on our registration page. Simply click the "Register" tab above. Prices do NOT include Arizona sales tax nor Ultrasignup fees.
Join us on April 19, 2025 when
Trail Running Escapes and Findlay Toyota of Flagstaff proudly present
the "VUE" ~ Vortex Ultra Experience in the Red Rocks of Sedona.
We are offering 5 distances from 50 Miles to 4 Miles; something for everyone.
We have chosen the best trails on the Westside to showcase Sedona's finest single track trails, red rock views, slick rock plateaus and epic towering spires.
Come celebrate Earth Day, the right way, in the beautiful Red Rocks of Sedona.
Run. Stay. Play.
#runelevated #vue #vortexultra #sayyestonewadventures #enjoytheVUE
Friday ~ April 18
Bib pickup
at the Hike House
12 Noon ~ 4:30 PM.
Be sure to say hi to our
Partners on site and
stop by for your FOMO
bib pics hosted by
Let's Wander Photography.
will also be on site for some
pre-race hydration!
Shake~out run
Hosted by Altra at 5:00 PM.
Location TBD!
Opening ceremony
from 5:30 - 6:30 PM
with Yoga and Meditation
Sunset is at 7:04 PM
Location TBD!
Saturday ~ April 19
5:00 AM Bib p/u
at Race start
6:00 AM 50M & 34M
Races start
7:00 AM 21M & 12M
Races start
8:00 AM 4M Race starts
6:30 PM Course closes
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10 AM - 6:00 PM
Post Race "Kick~back"
@ Yavapai College's
back patio Beer Garden
& Sponsor Hang
6 - 9 PM
Post Race "Par~tay"
Join us and share your
stories from the trail.
Thursday ~ April 17
Altra Running hosts our community beer run from SBC Basecamp.
The fun starts HERE @ 5PM!
Park across the street at
Located at:
3250 White Bear Rd.
Sedona 86336
See you then :)
POST RACE "kick~back"
Join us after the races on Saturday, April 19th from 10 AM to 6:00 PM at Yavapai College's "back patio" where we'll host a beer garden, race sponsor hang area and more...
Celebrate your trail victories and Earth Day in one of the most magical places ~ Sedona.
You must be 21 with ID to drink in the beer garden. You will receive a wristband and a ticket to redeem your 1st beer included with your registration fee. Friends and family are invited. Huge thank you to Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund for sponsoring our "beer garden" showcasing beer from Sedona Beer Company and Hard Kombucha from Wild Tonic :)
The hard stuff not your jam?
We've got you covered. Grab a cold Athletic Brew; also available at the "kick-back!"
Stop by and say hi to our Race Sponsors too :)
Saturday evening we'll be hosting a post race gathering from 6-9 to share your stories and take in the "VUE".
Stay tuned for more details.
Choose your Challenge...
LODGING/CAMPING
4M, 12M, 21M, 34M and 50M distances
Sedona, Arizona
Registration is open at Ultrasignup!!!
You have (5) races to choose from on race day. We have designed the races to showcase the best trails on Sedona's
Westside.
Challenge yourself to this one of a kind Red Rock experience. Vortex vibes included!
Our first and only choice for all our social media needs ~ Jason Melvin! See what Jason can do for you with his personalized approach.
All registered runners will receive a commemorative medal, awesome technical shirt, post race food and 1 complimentary beer :)
Additional beer and food
available for purchase.
All trails lead to Marketplace Drive!!!
the "VUE" ~ the Vortex Ultra Experience
in the Red Rocks of Sedona
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is also available in languages other than English.
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USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
One Weekend. Five Races. Epic Sh*t
Trail Running Escapes operates under permit by Coconino National Forest
50 Miles
34 Miles
21 Miles
12 Miles
4 Miles
Our Host Hotel is the Arabella!
Located in the heart of Sedona
with one of the "best kept secret"
red rock views. Arabella is a short 0.4 M walk to Bib pickup at the Hike House and only
5.3 miles to the race start.
Discount code coming soon!
TRAIL RUNNING ESCAPES
Races start at 6 AM
HOW TO REGISTER?
Sedona is a "must see" destination place, so hotel prices tend to be higher. An alternative location, Cottonwood, offers lower priced lodging and is about 25-45 minutes away from each day's race start respectively. We suggest the Best Western.
Rather Camp?
Here is where we suggest:
Dead Horse Ranch
(tent, RV or cabins)
or
Rancho Sedona RV Park
(no tent camping)
Traveling in your Adventure van or RV?
Sedona offers several locations for free dispersed camping. Check out: Loy Butte Road/Forest Road 525 (closest) or North Bill Gray Road. Both accessible off 89A.
AirBnB is also a great option for friends sharing accommodations or a family who may need more space. Book early, because Springtime is high season here!
Thank you to our amazing Sponsors and Partners!
FUN STUFF
camps and races in sedona & the santa monica mountains
proudly presents
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
April 19, 2025
Interested in volunteering? We'd love to hear from you :)
Please email us at: erica@trailrunningescapes.com
In an effort to help reduce Runner costs (AZ sales tax and registration fees), we are offering an "OG"
registration option.
Simply click the tab above that says "VUE", then click the tab that says "Register". Scroll to the bottom and fill out the registration form. Once you're done, click the "Submit" button and mail us a check in USD...crazy I know, but paper checks still work :)
BOOM you're registered!
Sedona boasts world-famous red rocks, nearly 2 million acres of Coconino National Forest land, as well as refreshing Oak Creek and the Verde River. As part of the Sedona community, we cherish these spaces and want to care for them so that everyone can enjoy them for generations to come. That is why Trail Running Escapes has partnered with the Sedona Chamber of Commerce, Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and businesses and organizations across the city to protect this magnificent landscape by inspiring visitors and residents to care for our outdoor spaces. In order to protect these treasures, we ask that you practice Sedona’s Leave No Trace principles and make your promise by taking the Sedona Cares Pledge at SedonaCares.com.