Tortolita Traverse Half Marathon & 7M

March 30, 2025

Marana

Trail

Distances

Half-Marathon

Starting Time

6:30 AM

Fees

$30

Perfect For

Ready to sign up?

1-100

Challenging

Mountain Views

High: 90°

/ Low: 55°

The **Tortoise Challenge** offers an additional layer of excitement, inviting participants to outrun the race director’s time in both the running and biking events for a chance to earn a special finisher medal.

The **Dirt Hero Challenge** further incentivizes endurance athletes, rewarding those who conquer both the Dirt Dash Half Marathon and the Tortolita Traverse Half Marathon with a coveted dirt hero shirt.

Participants can look forward to custom race bibs, a finisher’s medal for the first 60 registrants, and the chance to win fitness-themed prize packs through a raffle. An innovative aspect of this event is the **Mappy Hour** at Dove Mountain Brewery, providing an opportunity for racers to familiarize themselves with the course, collect their bibs and swag, and engage with the community.
Online race-day registration is streamlined through digital platforms, eliminating paper registration and incorporating the RaceJoy app for live cheers, navigation, and tracking.
This event is part of the #RUNMARANA series, showcasing five distinct races that highlight the beautiful trails and roads of Marana, each with its unique charm and challenges, embracing community spirit and promoting fitness through engaging outdoor activities.

Visit the race website to for past race results.

Overview

The Tortolita Traverse, presented by On Your Left Fitness in collaboration with the Town of Marana Parks and Recreation, is a captivating event set in the Tortolita Preserve, offering both running and mountain biking challenges across two days. This event is a unique blend of athletic competition and scenic exploration, designed for participants of all fitness levels. The **Tortoise Challenge** offers an additional layer of excitement, inviting participants to outrun the race director’s time in both the running and biking events for a chance to earn a special finisher medal. The **Dirt Hero Challenge** further incentivizes endurance athletes, rewarding those who conquer both the Dirt Dash Half Marathon and the Tortolita Traverse Half Marathon with a coveted dirt hero shirt.

Course Description

Past Results

Visit the race website to for past race results.