Jemez Mountain Trail Runs

Trail Running covering 24.1 km to 80.5 km with up to 3,230 m D+ in Albuquerque (New Mexico, United States)

Location

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United StatesShow on map(35.0844° N, 106.6504° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

First edition2007

Elevation gainUp to +3,230 m

Jemez Mountain Trail Runs is an endurance sporting event in Albuquerque, New Mexico, US focused on Trail Running. First held in 2007, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including JMTR 50 Mile (80.47 km, +3,230 m D+), JMTR 50 K (51.3 km, +1,780 m D+), and Trail 15 mi (24.14 km, +1,000 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (jemezmountaintrailruns.org).

Official website

Jemez Mountain Trail Runs in Albuquerque (Work: "Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park", Photo: NPS, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Ute Trail, Rocky Mountain National Park" · Photo: **NPS** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Forest Nature & Off-Road Mountain High Altitude

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
JMTR 50 Mile	Trail Running	80.47 km	+3,230 m	1,150 m - 2,507 m	Loop course	Route & profile
JMTR 50 K	Trail Running	51.3 km	+1,780 m	1,153 m - 1,901 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 15 mi	Trail Running	24.14 km	+1,000 m	1,156 m - 1,576 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

80.47 km

Elevation gain

+3,230 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,230 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,507 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

8 % / 14.4 %

Course format

Loop course

80.47 km+3,230 m D+Peak 2,507 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,507 m above sea level (+3,230 m D+, -3,230 m D-)

Peak: 2,507 m·at 38.1 km·Ø 8 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Jemez Mountain Trail Runs take place?

Jemez Mountain Trail Runs takes place in Albuquerque, New Mexico, US (start area at coordinates 35.0844° N, 106.6504° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Jemez Mountain Trail Runs?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including JMTR 50 Mile (80.47 km, +3,230 m D+), JMTR 50 K (51.3 km, +1,780 m D+), and Trail 15 mi (24.14 km, +1,000 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Jemez Mountain Trail Runs?

The main competition (JMTR 50 Mile over 80.47 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,230 m of elevation gain and -3,230 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,507 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Jemez Mountain Trail Runs?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (jemezmountaintrailruns.org).