Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs

Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs

Sat, August 22, 2026

7:00 AM MDT

300 Center Street, Ruidoso, NM

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Event Overview

• Date: August 22, 2026
• Location: Wingfield Park, downtown Ruidoso, NM
• Distances: Half Marathon Heavy (13.8 miles), 8.5 Miler, 4 Miler
• Start Times: Half Marathon at 7:00 AM, 8.5 Miler at 7:15 AM, 4 Miler at 7:30 AM

Supporting a Cause

• Benefitting: All-Season Adaptive Sports program
• Community Support: Supported by Village of Ruidoso, Lincoln County, and US Forest Service
• Donations: Over $60,000 raised in 11 years
• Mission: Enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities

Participant Perks

• Finishers Medal: Commemorative engraved granite stone coaster
• Race Gear: Custom soft-style shirt and race bib
• Photography: Free professional race photos
• Post-race: Showers available at Ruidoso Athletic Club

Course Information

• Starting Point: Wingfield Park, Downtown Ruidoso
• Altitude: 6900 feet
• Stations: Two water filling stations on Half Marathon and 8.5 Miler route
• Access: No pets, strollers, or e-bikes allowed on trails

Race Day Details

• Packet Pick-up: August 21, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM
• Race Day Pick-up: 6:00 AM to 6:45 AM at Wingfield Park
• Briefing: Race morning briefing at 6:50 AM
• Timing: Chip timing: no refunds for any reason

Race Challenges

• Cut-off Time: 5 hours for Heavy Half Marathon
• Technical Terrain: Heart-pounding hills and technical downhills
• Overall Awards: Ruidoso carved bear awards for top three overall winners
• Age Group Awards: Souvenir charms for top 3 in each age group

Kid's Dash

• Distance: One loop around Wingfield Park
• Awards: Souvenir Kids Medal awarded to all participants
• Encouragement: Welcoming for all young runners
• Info Contact: Shane Asbury (RD) info@wanderlust.run