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4198 US-491, Shiprock NM

Friday, May 1st, 2026

Welcome to the 43nd Annual Shiprock Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K

Shiprock Youth Center – Friday, May 1 & Saturday, May 2, 2026

Overview

The 2026 Shiprock Marathon will provide a unique and memorable running experience the first weekend of May in Shiprock, New Mexico!

Race Information

5K Trail Race: Takes place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 1 on the Blueberry Hill course, beginning and ending at the Youth Center.
Awards: Awards for top individual (overall and age-group top three) and team winners.
Participants: All runners will receive a performance t-shirt, race poster, swag and post-race snacks.
New Events: The Elder's Run at 3pm on Friday will be fun-run style, so no timing or awards. Each finisher will receive a finishers medal.

Marathon Details

Start Time: The Marathon will begin at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 2.
Certification: Shiprock Marathon is a USATF Certified Course, making it a Boston Qualifier.
Awards: Age groups are awarded to the top 3 in 5 year increments.
Half Marathon: Starts at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 2nd with similar age-group awards.

Team Race

5K Team Race: A team race on Friday evening for the 5K.
Half Marathon & Marathon Team Race: Team races will be available on Saturday.
Team Requirement: The event needs a team of 5 to compete (qualify for awards).
Registration: Create a team name during registration for others to join: no extra cost.

Course Information

Course Type: An out-and-back road course with views of Shiprock Pinnacle.
Live Music: Enjoy great course support and live music along the way.
Cutoffs: There are two time cutoffs on the course to be aware of.
Course Support: Aid stations every mile with medical support throughout the route.

Packet Pick-Up

Packet pick-up will take place at the large Shiprock Youth Center parking lot on Friday from 2:00-7:00 p.m. and again from 6:00-6:45 a.m. on Saturday morning.

Race Day Logistics

Results & Timing: Results will be available via QR codes posted throughout the finish area or at www.rmtiming.co. All awards are based on gun time.
Course Support: Aid stations will include Honey Stinger gels, fresh fruit, Gatorade and water, and portajohns available at start lines.
Course Cutoffs: Runners must be off N13 and onto US 491 by noon (12pm) and must finish by 2pm.

The Finish Line

Food Area: Receive a hearty snack box and visit the Domino’s food truck for pizza.
Post-Race Party: Live music and awards presented to finishers at the finish line.
Awards: Overall awards and age-group awards based on 5-year age groups.

Safety and Community Support

Kudos to all of our amazing Safety and Medical Team – Navajo Nation EMS, Shiprock Fire Dept., Shiprock Police Dept., among others. Proceeds of the Shiprock Marathon benefit year-round outdoor adventure programs for Dine’ youth and families. Find out more about NavajoYES.

Lodging Information

There are a wide range of lodging options available in Farmington, New Mexico, which is a 30-mile drive from Shiprock.

Certification

This year’s race is USATF-certified and is a Boston qualifier! The Shiprock Marathon will also be a qualifier for the Abbott Marathon Majors Masters World Championships! More information can be found here.