Bull of the Woods Trail Race Marathon & Half Marathon

For those tackling the Kachina Peak Marathon course, be prepared for a ‘sky’-style high-alpine challenge. Starting at the Taos Ski Valley Ski Resort, ascend to the awe-inspiring 12,481 feet Kachina Peak. Take a moment to absorb the panoramic beauty of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness “Cirque,” featuring seven peaks over 12,000+ feet. With over 7,000 feet of climbing, the reward is the thrilling descent down Highline and West Basin Ridges, renowned during the winter season. After refueling at the base, transition to the jaw-dropping scenery and pristine single track of the Northside Trails System. Head towards Fraser Peak at 12,163 feet, casting your gaze across the valley to the conquered Kachina Peak. The final stretch is a fast and winding descent, navigating secluded single-track trails for maximum fun until you reach the finish line. Revel in the satisfaction of having experienced the best trails and views of Northern New Mexico at the Bull of the Woods Trail Races. *** Run the mountains at the Bull of the Woods Trail Race Marathon and Half Marathon. This trail running course starts at an elevation of 10,000 feet and climbs to 12,163 feet at Fraser Peak for the Half Marathon course, and 12,481 feet at Kachina Peak for the Marathon course. The Half Marathon traverses the Taos Ski Valley and the Northside trail system on a primarily single-track course. Enjoy views along the way of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness, La-Cal Basin, Lobo Peak, Gold Hill, and Wheeler Peak. The Marathon course starts at the Taos Ski Valley Ski Resort and climbs to Kachina Peak, with panoramic views of the Wheeler Peak Wilderness “Circque” featuring seven peaks over 12,000 feet. Then enjoy the downhill descent on Highline and West Basin Ridges to a base aid station. The course then runs on the Northside trail system to Fraser Peak, and ends with a downhill descent on single track trails to the finish line.