Bradshaw Brute 100
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Event overview
The Bradshaw Brute is a point-to-point 100 mile race on the Cocodona route, running from Black Canyon City to Watson Lake in Prescott, Arizona. The 2026 edition is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026. The official start location is Deep Canyon Ranch in Black Canyon City and the finish is at Watson Lake Park in Prescott. Registration requires a prior qualifying finish at a 50 mile, 100k, or 100 mile event; the race director will verify qualification via UltraSignup. Registration for 2026 closed for standard entries on April 26, 2026 (various pricing windows are listed for earlier periods).
Course and logistics
The course distance is listed as 100.79 Miles with an estimated total elevation gain of 20,432 feet and loss of 17,179 feet (2026 figures). The route uses trail systems including the Black Canyon National Recreation Trail and Prescott Circle Trail and passes through Crown King and downtown Prescott (Whiskey Row). The course is described as technical and remote; no pacers or crew are permitted for this distance. Aid provisioning for the Bradshaw Brute includes 6 aid stations and 2 water stations; aid stations are cupless for cold drinks, so runners must carry their own containers. A GPS-enabled device with the course file is mandatory for all runners. The event notes that distances may vary slightly from year to year due to permitting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.