Gila 100
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Gila 100 / 50 : October 17–18, 2026, Silver City NM
The Gila 100 / 50 is the 3rd annual grassroots trail ultramarathon held near Silver City, New Mexico. Organized by Gila Endurance Runs, the event sends runners from a historic start area a few miles east of Silver City and into the Gila National Forest, an area widely recognized as the world’s first designated wilderness (est. 1924). The event includes a full 100-mile trail race and a 50-mile option and is described as a remote high-country route with long scenic stretches.
The course includes Continental Divide Trail miles and reaches toward 9,000 ft, with stretches of ridgeline running. Runners encounter desert-to-forest transitions that move from high desert hills into ponderosa pine country. Terrain is described as rugged but runnable, with remote sections that feel like true backcountry running. Participants should expect big temperature swings between warm days and cooler nights. Aid stations are described as well stocked with hydration, nutrition, and additional snacks or food at key locations, supported by strong local volunteer energy and a small-town finish-line atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 100 Mile
- 50 Mile
