Welcome to the Noche Trail Runs 38M Marathon & Half Marathon!
THE 40 MILE CHALLENGE:
The 40-mile distance is renowned for its toughness. In 2022, out of 32 runners who started the race, only 13 managed to finish. The 40 Miler boasts a 60% DNF (did not finish) rate as of 2022.
Participants completing the 40-mile distance will be awarded a special heavy-duty bronze Noche Trail Runs 40 Miler finisher medal, distinct from other finisher medals.
40 Mile Challenge – Three Loops:
Runners will cover a total of 41.4 miles across three 13ish mile loops, featuring nearly 3000ft of climbing and descending. Aid stations will be stationed every 4-6.5 miles along the course.
27 Miler Runners – Two Loops:
Runners will tackle a total of 27.6 miles with over 2000ft of climbing and descending. Aid stations will be available every 4-6.5 miles along the course.
Half Marathon Runners – One Loop:
Half Marathon participants will traverse a total of 13.7 miles, with over 1000ft of climbing and descending. Aid stations will be available every 4-6.5 miles along the course. Expect a challenging course characterized by rocky terrain, vast landscapes, and hilly sections.
Historically, the weather ranges from 90 degrees at the start to 70 degrees at night. Regardless of weather conditions, the race will proceed unless there’s life-threatening weather. Bright orange ties and signs will mark the course, with arrows indicating the correct trail to follow and ties confirming you’re on the right path. All course markings feature reflective material for nighttime visibility.
