Mt. Taylor 50K

Mt. Taylor 50K

Mt. Taylor 50K is a not-for-profit mountain ultramarathon held near Grants, New Mexico, in the Cibola Forest. The event covers a 50K distance on trails that include sections of the Continental Divide Trail, high mountain meadows, and forested routes.

The route follows a Navajo tradition of running east to greet the sunrise from the La Mosca Lookout. Runners can see volcanic plugs to the north and reach a 360 degree view from the summit of Mt. Taylor. The course is described as scenic and is marked with aid stations along the way.

Entry includes a technical t-shirt for those who register by September 1 and a finisher award for all who complete the 50K. Registrants who sign up by August 7 are guaranteed a shirt size. The event offers a post-race cookout. Registration closes on Sun, Sep 20 at 11:59 PM MT.

Runners with five or more Mt. Taylor 50K finishes must volunteer or do trail work before they may run again; trail work and volunteer opportunities take place July through September and can include event set up, packet pickup, and trail marking. The event policy states there are no refunds, transfers, or rollovers and that all proceeds go to charity. The race director may cancel the event for adverse conditions beyond control. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.