Trail Running Calendar New Mexico 2025-2026

La Jornada de Las Quebradas is a challenging 53K trail ultramarathon held near Socorro, New Mexico, along the scenic Quebradas Backcountry Highway. The race features a rugged 32-mile course with 3,300 feet of elevation gain, offering runners a stunning and old-school ultra running experience. The ev..

Turquoise Trail Ultra is a multi-distance trail race held in Cedar Crest, New Mexico, along the historic Turquoise Trail through Gutierrez Canyon Open Space. Distances offered are 13k, 26k (2 laps), and 52k (4 laps). The course is 100% single-track with 1,000 feet of climbing per lap, weaving throug..

The Capitan Mountain 34 Hour is an endurance running event held in Capitan, New Mexico, celebrating the legacy of Smokey Bear. The main challenge offers 34 hours of running with options to complete 100 miles or 80 miles, both earning special buckles, alongside shorter distances starting from 25K. Th..

Glorieta Twelve Hour Endurance Run is a destination trail event at Glorieta Adventure Camps in Glorieta, NM, at the southern terminus of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Runners (and optional 12-hour ruck entrants) have 12 hours to complete as many 3.2-mile trail loops as they wish. The course suppor..

The Jemez Mountain Trail Runs is an annual trail running event held in May in the Jemez Mountains, New Mexico. It features three race distances: 50 miles, 50 kilometers, and 15 miles, catering to a range of trail runners. The event is known for its challenging and scenic mountain courses, often expe..

The Ultra Cheii 100 Mile is a challenging endurance race held near Tijeras, New Mexico, just east of Albuquerque. Participants can compete solo or as part of a relay team covering 100 miles on a 1.05-mile singletrack loop through piñon and mesquite forests at an average elevation of 7,200 feet. The..

Enchanted Forest Trail Races take place in Red River, New Mexico on July 25, 2026. The event centers on Brandenburg Park (100 E Main St) for start and finish areas and includes a race weekend with kids' races, live music, local food, and craft microbrews in town. Entry fees include place-winner awa..