Deadman Peaks Trail Run
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Deadman Peaks Trail Run
The Deadman Peaks Trail Run is scheduled for November 7, 2026 near Cuba, New Mexico. The courses follow sections of the Continental Divide Trail through the Rio Puerco Valley and use mostly single track with some jeep trails. Terrain includes sand, rocks and slickrock across rolling ground with hills between about 6,350 and 7,400 ft elevation.
The route passes through pinon forest and areas of hoodoos, with views of high desert, badlands, mesas and volcanic plugs such as Cabezon Peak. The start and finish are located on Highway 197, four miles west of Highway 550 near Cuba, NM. A course map is available on AllTrails.
Race options and key rules:
- 53 mile out and back course starting near Cuba, NM, heading south toward Cabezon Peak.
- 55K follows the 53 mile route with a turnaround at La Ventana remote aid station.
- 30K goes up the mesa then returns from the Portales aid station.
- 10 mile out and back course for newer trail runners.
All runners receive a custom race bib, t shirt and finisher medal. Only the 53 mile course allows a pacer from the turnaround point back to the finish. There are no refunds; bib transfers for the same distance are allowed until October 31 by agreement with the race director. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.