Philmont Trail Race
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- 17 Deer Run Rd, Cimarron, NM
- Distance
- 50 Mile · Marathon · Heavy Half (18 Miles) & more
From the Organizer
The Philmont Trail Race supports Philmont Scout Ranch and Scouting America in providing its mission to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oat and Law. Proceeds from the race benefit Philmont Scout Ranch.
Philmont Scout Ranch is a 140,000 acre high adventure camp owned and operated by Scouting America with over 300 miles of trails. Philmont’s main program is challenging and educating scouts ages 13 to 21 years of age through 12, 9, and 7 day backpacking treks. Crews of 8-12 individuals additionally have the opportunity to participate in programs such as climbing, shooting, biking, living history, fishing and much more. Learn more about Philmont Scout Ranch and its mission at www.philmontscoutranch.org
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cimarron 4 Sw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cimarron, NM
Elevation
9,329 ft
Nearest Airport
TSM
Taos Regional Airport · 34 mi
Major Hub
ABQ
Albuquerque International Sunport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Philmont Trail Race?
- Philmont Trail Race is a running race held in Cimarron, New Mexico on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Philmont Trail Race?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Cimarron, New Mexico at 17 Deer Run Rd, Cimarron, NM. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Philmont Trail Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Philmont Trail Race
Aug 1, 2026