116 Sutton Place Taos Ski Valley, NM, Taos Ski Valley NM
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Event Overview
Welcome to the 10th year of Bull of the Woods Trail Races in Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico! In 2026, we are excited to host:
- Two Half Marathons: Experience the thrill of distance running.
- One Full Marathon: Challenge yourself on the ultimate course.
- New 10K Course: A fresh addition to the lineup!
- Date and Location: Join us on 2026-09-05 at 116 Sutton Place, Taos Ski Valley, NM.
Course Details
The full marathon and TSV half marathon distance will take you to Kachina Peak at 12,481ft then you will continue on to the Northside half marathon course where you will climb Fraser Peak at 12,168ft! You will span the entire Taos Ski Valley on this course, truly giving you some much deserved trail-cred.
- Northside Half Marathon: Primarily tight single-track course maximizing trail-fun.
- 10K Course: Involves 1.2K on mountain roads, leading to thrilling singletrack trails.
- Elevation Gain: Close to 2,000 ft elevation gain on the 10K course!
- Trail Variety: Experience alpine forests, meadows, and breathtaking overlooks.
Trail Beta
Bull of the Woods Trail Races are designed to maximize your trail running experience through alpine forests and meadows, starting at about 10,000 ft with ascents to:
- Fraser Peak: Reach an elevation of 12,163 ft (half marathon 2/marathon course).
- Kachina Peak: Ascend to an impressive 12,481 ft (half marathon 1/marathon course).
- Taking in the Views: Enjoy sights of Wheeler Peak Wilderness and Lobo Peak.
- Fun Descents: Experience the thrill of descending Highline and West Basin Ridges.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers will be coordinated by the Enchanted Circle Trails Association (ECTA) and a portion of the event proceeds supports ECTA's efforts to develop, maintain, and promote trails regionally.
- Get Involved: Email events@enchantedcircletrails.org to sign up or get more information.
- Social Media: Connect with us via Facebook here.
More Information
For further details on the race and to register, please visit the Bull of the Woods Trail Races website.
