Vertigo Night Rides 2026

Aravaipa Rides

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⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Aug 7, 2026

Location

Waddell, AZ

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Seize the night—ride desert trails under the stars.

Vertigo Night Rides 2026 is a unique night cycling adventure held on August 7, 2026, at White Tank Mountain Regional Park in Waddell, Arizona. Part of the acclaimed Insomniac Night Trail Ride Series, this event invites riders to experience the thrill of desert trails beneath the starlit sky. Cyclists can choose between the 7 Mile Solo race and a 5.5 Mile Junior race, making this event accessible to riders of different ages and abilities. With a welcoming atmosphere, scenic Sonoran Desert vistas, and expertly organized by Aravaipa Rides, participants are ensured an unforgettable nocturnal ride.

COURSE DETAILS

The event consists of two distances: a 7 Mile Solo and a 5.5 Mile Junior course. The ride traverses the rolling, technical, and picturesque desert trails of White Tank Mountain Regional Park, offering both challenge and beauty as riders navigate under the cover of night.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Night trail riding experience under starlit skies in the scenic White Tank Mountain area
  • Multiple race distances accommodating different skill and experience levels, including a junior category
  • Part of the Insomniac Series, a network of night trail events across Arizona

RIDEΒ TYPES

XC-CrossCountry

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

7 miles (Solo), 5.5 miles (Junior)

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Approx. 1,400–1,500 ft (Waddell, AZ) / Elevation gain not specified

Terrain

Desert trail terrain with rolling and technical features

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