Course map, elevation profile & surface
Aid stations as published on the course file
| Aid station | Mile | km |
|---|---|---|
| Start- Agua Fria TH | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| A Deadman Wash Aid | 9.3 | 15.0 |
| A Anthem Aid | 16.1 | 25.9 |
| A Apache Wash Aid | 22.4 | 36.0 |
| A Go John Aid | 28.0 | 45.0 |
| Finish Line | 31.3 | 50.4 |
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About this course
Cave Creek Thriller — 2026 covers 31.3 mi (50.4 km) with 2,262 ft of elevation gain through Arizona, United States. The interactive map above shows the full route with its elevation profile and aid stations, built from the course's GPS file.
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