Prepare for an unparalleled running experience at the Mountain Sheep Canyon Run on April 11, 2026, in scenic Page, Arizona. This unique event, held on Navajo Nation land, offers runners a choice between a challenging 10-mile course and a more accessible 5K, both promising breathtaking views and an immersive journey through the desert landscape. Expect typical race day conditions with highs around 71°F and lows near 46°F, with a minimal chance of precipitation, providing ideal weather for tackling the trails.

The 10-mile course is a rugged loop through the stunning sand and slot canyons of Mountain Sheep Canyon, part of the greater Antelope Canyon area. Runners will navigate a diverse terrain, starting on double track before transitioning to single track through washes and along ridges beneath dramatic mesa baselines. A distinctive scramble down into the slot of Mountain Sheep Canyon awaits, followed by a downhill wash run back to the start/finish. This medium-hard effort course features an ascent and descent of 850 feet, showcasing the canyon's unique "groovier" wall formations and providing a more private and adventurous experience than more crowded slot canyons. The 5K, a lollipop-style loop, offers an easy to medium-easy effort, guiding participants on a sand double track into the captivating Owl Canyon slot before returning to the finish.

Both distances begin and end at the same location, with bib pickup conveniently available at the start line the day before (April 10, 2026, 2 pm-5 pm) and on race morning (5 am-6 am). The 10-mile race provides four water/Tailwind Nutrition hydration points and one aid station with snacks, while the 5K has a single water station at its halfway point. Embracing sustainability, this is a cupless race, requiring all participants to carry their own water bottles or hydration packs. The Mountain Sheep Canyon Run is more than just a race; it's an opportunity to explore the awe-inspiring, less-traveled canyons of the American Southwest, promising an unforgettable adventure amidst towering red rock cliffs and vibrant desert flora.