Course Information The Crown King Scramble passes through portions of Lake Pleasant Regional Park and Prescott National Forest. Elevation ranges from 1200 ft. to 6800 ft. Most of the climb is in the last 15 miles. This ultramarathon is on maintained and unmaintained dirt and gravel roads from Lake Pleasant to the historic mining town of Crown King. Past conditions have included snow, rain, and mud with temperatures ranging from below freezing to over 100 degrees). Be prepared and know the conditions before race day.

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Elevation Map

There are cut-offs, 10:00 am at mile 16 and 3:00 pm at mile 30 and 3:30 pm to the finish. There is an early start for runners who feel that they will not be able to make the cut-offs. The regular start time is 6:30 am. This allows 5 hours for early starters to meet the cut-off and 10 hours to finish the race. This is a very generous amount of time and the slowest of runners should be able to finish in that time, so please take advantage of the early start if you feel you will be struggling to meet the cut-offs for the regular start. The race finishes at the saloon where there will be a free BBQ and a short, informal awards ceremony. Alcoholic beverages may be purchased at the saloon.

Overall finishers awards for first place male and female and first place age group awards (10 year groups). All finishers will receive a technical fabric running shirt. Showers are not available due to the negative impact on the Crown King sewage system. The race more than quadruples the normal town population of 63. Runners can have drop bags at the finish and can use water available to clean off after the race.

There is a general store with souveniers and a saloon where the finish is located which serves food as well as beverages. The BBQ at the finish is catered by the restaurant owner and Cindy does an excellent job every year, make sure to thank her and her staff.

START TIME
6:30 AM
Aid Stations provided at miles 8, 16, 24 and 28. Additional water only aid provided at mile 20. At least one 20 oz bottle must be carried during the race. Two bottles are recommended between miles 16-24.
Drop Bags
Runners will be allowed drop bags at mile 16 or mile 24 and the finish. Two drop bags total per runner. Have all drop bags clearly labeled with your bib number and aid station. Drop bags should be sealed and not leak. The race is not responsible for lost items or damage. All drop bags will be picked up at the start of the race and dropped off at the finish. Bags not retrieved in Crown King will be available at the Host Hotel from early evening on race day to early afternoon the following day.  Remaining bags will be collected by the RD, pilfered for useful items, held hostage, or donated to charity.
Transportation
 Busses will pick runners up at I-17 and Bell Road on the South West corner behind the Denny's restaurant. 2717 W. Bell Road. Buses will arrive at 4:30AM and leave at 5:00 AM (40 min drive). Vans will depart from Crown King at various times starting at 2:00PM. Early Starters, requiring transportation should contact the RD for special arangements

Finish Line Festivities
There is a BBQ at the finish which is free to all runners. Additional meals can be purchased for family and friends, $8 pre-race, $10 race day. The BBQ will feature burgers and pasta. The sauce will be vegetarian.

Crown King Historical Society
The town of Crown King has started a historical society to collect and preserve the rich history of the town. The race committee recommends becoming a member as a way to show the town your appreciation of their hospitality. The Crown King Scramble is a Founding Member of the Crown King Historical Society. Membership Form