Sunday, October 4th, 2026
13101 Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque NM
10K · 5K
About this race
Get ready for the 22nd Annual NM Sandia Mountain Shadows Trail Run on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Choose the 15K (NEW), 10K, or 5K and enjoy an unforgettable run with stunning views of the Rio Grande Valley, Albuquerque, the Sandia Mountain foothills, and even hot air balloons below. This beautiful trail event is a great way to challenge yourself, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of an amazing community tradition.
START LOCATION:
Piedra Lisa Park
13101 Menaul Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112
Saturday, October 3, 2026
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
FLEET FEET SPORTS
North Towne Plaza
5901 Wyoming Suite R
Albuquerque NM 87109
Please note: We highly encourage you to pick up your packets at Packet Pickup to avoid lines and guarantee your shirt size. At the event, any out-of-town participants may pick up their packets on race morning from 7:00 to 7:45 a.m.
PLEASE USE THE SIDE STREETS TO PARK. DO NOT PARK ON THE NORTH SIDE OF MENAUL (FROM THE PARK TO THE OPEN SPACE PARKING LOT – THIS AREA IS RESERVED FOR COURSE ONLY)
The start location for the 5K & 10K running events is Piedra Lisa Park. Portable restrooms will be near the Start/Finish – just west of the park.
All races will start promptly at the designated times listed above. Allow plenty of time to reach the Start Line and seed yourself based on your projected pace. Note: The 5K Start (on Menaul) is just east of the 10K Start (next to the park).
Each participant will receive a Race (Bib) number that must be worn on race day. DO NOT alter your race number in any way. Your bib number must be visible and worn on the front of all clothing during the entire race so it can be seen. Bib numbers are non-transferable and MUST be worn by the runner to whom it is assigned. Non-registered runners are not permitted to take the course.
Medical staff members will be ready to assist you at any time. Radio communications personnel will be positioned along the course at the aid station(s). The event officials have the right to withdraw any runner from the race who appears distressed or at risk. You will be directed to the medical area at the Finish Line if you have a health or medical problem.
The overall and division award winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on race day at 9:30 a.m. The top three men and women will receive overall awards determined by gun time. All 10K and 5K participants will receive a finisher award immediately upon finishing the event.
Water and Powerade supply fluid replacement stations. The course is well marked with traffic cones and orange flag rods. Please stay on the designated trails.
Results will be posted on the RunFit website: www.irunfit.org on 10/4/26.
Volunteers are still needed to help! Please call (505) 217-4774 to volunteer for race day or email: stephenpino@hotmail.com
RunFit Headquarters
12104 Palm Springs Ave. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 217-4774
Email: stephenpino@hotmail.com
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