Trail Running calendar near El Paso 2026-2027

A 3-mile obstacle race in Downtown El Paso on May 31, 2026 featuring 15+ obstacles, on-course safety measures, hydration and recovery zones, and entertainment along the route.

A community running event at McKelligon Canyon on September 20, 2026, featuring a 5K run/walk and a one mile walk. Awards, shirts for early registrants, and proceeds benefit El Paso community gardens and health promotion.

Point-to-point trail races in Cloudcroft, New Mexico, taking runners from desert lowlands into high-elevation mountain terrain. Distances of 50K and 32K, shuttle service from the start/finish pavilion, and finisher shirts and medals.

A timed last runner standing Backyard Ultra at Prehistoric Trackways National Monument on October 30, 2026 featuring hourly 4.167 mile laps, on-site aid, camping and crew space, race apparel and awards, and a donation to the Southern New Me..

Multi-distance trail event in El Paso from January 21 to 24, 2027, featuring routes that climb to North Franklin Peak and offer summit views across Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and Mexico. Organized by Wanderlust Running.