Saturday, December 7, 2024 • Goodyear, AZ
Entering its 8th year, the Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k located in Goodyear, Arizona during the second week of December. Luckily, Arizona brings with it generally mild temperatures during the holiday season, so race day shouldn’t be any different.
Point-to-point, this half-marathon course takes runners through the scenic mountain range of Estrella Mountain Regional Park. With scenic views of surrounding mountain ranges, desert landscapes, and wetlands, these trails are sure to be remembered.
As for Goodyear itself, the city is largely suburbia, noted as one of the primary suburbs in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
Starting at the Estrella Mountain competitor track and ending at the Estrella Mountain Coldwater Trail, this course is a simple point-to-point layout, with runners remaining on the same trail for the duration.
With low total elevation, both gain and loss, and an average grade between 2.5%-4.3%, this course is classified as fairly smooth, flat, and approachable for most fitness levels.
To the satisfaction of all participants, the event host has compiled and promised an awesome and memorable swag bag, however, the surprise of what’s in it will have to wait for race day.
Upon finishing, like most races, event organizers will present you with a commemorative finisher’s medal. With a four (4) hour time limit to finish, this shouldn’t be a problem for most.
Race Weather & Climate
Goodyear, Arizona, is located in the southwestern part of the Phoenix metropolitan area. The nearest major city is Phoenix, just a short distance to the northeast, making Goodyear a thriving suburban enclave within the Greater Phoenix region.
Goodyear in early December offers mild weather. Daytime temperatures reach an average high of around 69°F (21°C), with nighttime lows of about 45°F (7°C). Precipitation levels remain minimal.
On race day (December 7), the average low is 44ºF and the average high is 62ºF.
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Race Results
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Past Race Results
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Course Map
- See the race route map for the Estrella Mountain Trail Fest half marathon course map here.
- See the race route map for the Estrella Mountain Trail Fest 10K course map here.
- See the race route map for the Estrella Mountain Trail Fest 5K course map here.
Starting Time
- The half marathon start time is 7:15 AM MST.
- The 10K start time is 7:30 AM MST.
- The 5K start time is 8:45 AM MST.
- The 10K /5K Challenge start time is 8:45 AM MST.
Registration
To reserve your spot in the 2024 Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k, you can use the registration link here.
Race Fees
- There is a $65.00 + $4.90 SignUp fee for the half marathon.
- There is a $55.00 + $4.30 SignUp fee for the 10K.
- There is a $30.00 + $2.80 SignUp fee for the 5K.
- There is a $65.00 Race Fee + $4.90 SignUp fee for the 10K /5K Challenge.
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Race Website
Estrella Mountain Trail Fest Website
