Canyon de Chelly Ultra

Canyon De Chelly Ultra takes place on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona as a 55K ultramarathon. The course begins at the canyon entrance and proceeds 17 miles up Canyon De Chelly to Spider Rock, then continues via Bat Canyon Trail to an overlook turnaround and returns. The route combines sand and single-track with creek crossings and other obstacles, featuring about 1,200 feet of elevation gain from the canyon floor to the Spider Rock overlook.

Runners pass ancient ruins, petroglyphs and pictographs, with canyon views revealing new perspectives on the return. Lottery registration opens in February, with a live drawing on Facebook, and registration closes in September. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.