Deadman Peaks Trail Run
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High Desert Trail Racing near Cuba
The Deadman Peaks Trail Run is a high desert race located near Cuba, New Mexico. The event utilizes the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) through the Rio Puerco Valley, featuring a mix of single track paths and jeep trails. Participants navigate a variety of surfaces, including sand, rocks, and slickrock.
The course covers rolling terrain with elevations ranging between 6,350 and 7,400 feet. The landscape includes Pinon forests, hoodoos, and panoramic views of badlands, mesas, and volcanic plugs such as Cabezon Peak. The event offers four distinct distances:
- 53 miles: An out and back course heading south toward Cabezon Peak.
- 55 km: A route following the 53-mile course with a turnaround at the La Ventana aid station.
- 30 km: A course that ascends a mesa and turns around at the Mesa Portales aid station.
- 10 miles: An out and back route designed for newer trail runners.
For the 53-mile distance, participants are permitted to use a pacer from the turnaround point back to the finish line. All registered participants receive a custom race bib, a t-shirt, and a finisher medal. The start and finish lines are located on Highway 197, approximately 4 miles west of Highway 550. This event supports the Continental Divide Trail. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.