McKelligon Canyon Challenge

El Paso, United States • 21 Sep 2025

McKelligon Canyon Challenge is a running event held in El Paso, Texas at McKelligon Canyon (1500 McKelligon Canyon Rd.). The event offers two distances: a 5K Run/Walk and a 1 Mile Walk. The course uses the canyon area, with the race assembly located in the McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater Court Yard; parking is limited and carpooling is recommended.

The atmosphere combines community support with post-race food and refreshments. Special features include a Finisher Medal for the first 300 5K finishers, trophies for the top overall male and female 5K finishers, and medals in age groups. Proceeds benefit El Paso community gardens and health promotion activities and wellness programs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

1 Mile Walk
5k Run/walk
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Trail races in Franklin Mountains State Park near El Paso, Texas, with distances from 5K to 100K. Courses climb from the desert floor to North Franklin Peak and offer wide views across Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and the Mexico border.

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