Ultramarathons in New Mexico, United States in 2026

Marathon and 50-mile races through the scenic southern Sangre De Cristo mountains, finishing with a Tooth of Time Ridge descent to Base Camp in Cimarron

Out-and-back 53k on the historic Rim Trail featuring forested paths, rail grades, a lollipop loop, and views of the Tularosa Basin from 8,600 feet.

50k bike race with a welcoming, community-centered atmosphere supporting education, connection, and outreach

Scenic 50K featuring technical singletrack, high meadows, and summit views on rarely traveled trails near Mt. Taylor and the Continental Divide Trail.

Rugged, runnable course from high desert hills to 9,000 ft pine peaks along the Continental Divide Trail in Gila National Forest

Dog Canyon Trail route through Lincoln National Forest, dense pines and aspens, views of Tularosa Basin and White Sands, finish in Cloudcroft, NM

Multi-day ultramarathon with 50-kilometer options across varied terrain and scenic routes emphasizing endurance and regional landscapes

Steep 500-foot climb on a 0.5-mile out-and-back course, repeated over 10 hours; challenging ascent with volunteer check-ins each lap

Steep, rocky, and sandy high desert terrain at 4,200 feet with significant vertical challenge overlooking the Rio Grande

Rugged canyon trails and undulating terrain in the Southwestern Chihuahuan Desert, featuring a mile-long climb and expansive desert views near Carlsbad

Rugged high-desert singletrack on the Continental Divide Trail, with sand, rocks, slickrock, notable climbs, and wide-open Rio Puerco Valley views

Tortugas Mountain 24-hour trail loop, Fatass-format race supporting Southern New Mexico Trail Alliance

Magdalena to Socorro 36-miler at high altitude with three aid stations, variable weather conditions, and a self-sufficient fatass format

Looped 50k in Albuquerque’s Bosque, with singletrack and jeep road beneath cottonwoods, plus roots and sand on a non-technical course.