Jerome Hill Climb 2026

RACE INFORMATION:
Jerome Hill Climb is just like the name sounds – a challenging course that starts at the Jerome Historical Museum and winds up through the Jerome streets continuing on a dirt road past the Gold King Mine and ending at a gorgeous view of Sedona.

See Course Map Here Jerome Hill Climb Map/Elevation

Volunteers  - We love our Volunteers!!  If you or a friend or family member is available to volunteer for this race, the needed positions and sign up link is here.

Race Instructions

Download the Yavapai County waiver here. It can be filled out electronically and emailed to [email protected]. This waiver is required for all participants.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION is only through RunSignup and closes at 7:00 AM. 

Mail in registration forms must be received by Monday, August 31st

Packet Pick-up will be from 6:15 – 7:15 am.

Runners should be prepared to be as self-sufficient as possible. Runners will pass by two aid stations with water. At the finish line, water and snacks will be available for pickup prior to runners leaving the area.

Start and Finish:
7:30 a.m. start. Allow enough time to get to the startline as it is about 1 mile (downhill!) from the registration area. 

After the race you will have a 3.5 mile walk/jog back to your car, where you can marvel at your accomplishment and the views!

Shirts:

We have a t-shirt option again in 2026.  50/50 blend unisex t-shirts are included with registration for all adult entries. Shirts are available for purchase for Youth and Young Adult ARR members for $20. Register early to ensure availability of your requested size. 

Vintage Shirt Sale:   We will be selling Vintage Jerome Hill Climb shirts from previous years for $5 each.  Cash or Venmo only.

Timing:

The race uses the traditional bib pull timing system. All runner’s times are recorded based on the starting gun.

Parking:
Parking is limited in Jerome so we ask that you plan accordingly and give yourself enough time to park in the main parking lot past the Fire Department building and then walk/jog to the start line (approximately one mile downhill). There is absolutely no parking or dropping off at the start line.

Please Note:
Spectators are NOT allowed to drive on the course! For the safety and enjoyment of the runners, DON’T drive on the course. The dirt road is narrow and dusty. Park at the lot behind the firehouse and walk along the course to watch the runners.