Pajarito Mountain Run

Event Overview

The Pajarito Mountain Run is a high-altitude trail run held at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area near Los Alamos, New Mexico. The event aims to showcase trails and provide an opportunity to support local resorts.

Race Details

The course starts and finishes near the Pajarito Lodge. The route is slightly short of a 10K distance. The run involves a 3.25-mile ascent to the summit of Pajarito Mountain, reaching over 10,200 feet in elevation with 1,350 feet of total ascent. The descent uses the "Aspen For Trouble" singletrack trail. The course will be marked with yellow flagging and arrows. There are no cut-off times, so hikers are welcome.

A summit aid station, located roughly 3 miles into the race, will provide water and possibly some sports nutrition gels. Participants are encouraged to bring their own water vessel.

Logistics

Packet pick-up is on race morning from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM at the Pajarito Lodge, on the back deck by the start/finish arch. The race starts at 9:00 AM.

Registration

Registration closes on the Wednesday before the event. Pricing follows a tiered structure:

• Standard registration (until July 31): $65
• Late registration (August 1-14): $75
• Race day registration: $80 (cash only)

The refund policy offers a 50% rollover credit for cancellations made 21 or more days prior to the event. No refunds or credits are given for cancellations made less than 21 days before the event.

Trail Stewardship

Organizers conduct trail maintenance before the event and sweep the course afterward to ensure no trash is left behind. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.