Ruidoso Grindstone Trail runs (4M; 8.5M & 13.8M)

Saturday, August 26, 2023 Past event

9:30 AM MDT

Ruidoso, New Mexico

$8.00–$70.00 · 4 races

1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Ruidoso Grindstone Trail Runs on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in the beautiful town of Ruidoso, Lincoln County! This year marks the 10th anniversary of this beloved annual event, which features three exciting race distances: a 4-mile run, an 8.5-mile challenge, and a stunning half marathon at 13.8 miles. All races will kick off at Wingfield Park in downtown Ruidoso, with the half marathon starting at 7:00 AM, followed by the 8.5-mile and 4-mile runs at 7:15 AM.

Celebrate a decade of community spirit, athleticism, and fun while enjoying custom commemorative SWAG, delicious cake, and a vibrant post-race party atmosphere. The Grindstone Trail Runs not only promote fitness and camaraderie but also support a noble cause, with proceeds benefiting the All-Season Adaptive Sports program. Over the past nine years, this event has raised more than $50,000 to support adaptive sports in New Mexico. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, celebrate, and give back – mark your calendars for August 26th!

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4 Mile

Includes T-Shirt

No water station on the course. Carry your own well have filling stations at Wingfield Park.

9:15 AM MDT

$38.00

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8.5 Mile

Includes T-Shirt

No Water Stations on the course. Carry your own well have filling stations at Wingfield Park. One refill station (MM5).

9:15 AM MDT

$52.00

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13.8 Mile

Includes T-Shirt

No water station on the course, carry your own well have filling stations at Wingfield Park. 2 refill water stations (no cups) for the 12.5M (Intersection of Grindstone Mesa/forest road (MM5,5); Junction between 8.5M & 12.5 (MM9). CUT OFF TIME: 3.15 hours

9:00 AM MDT

$70.00

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Kid's Dash

Kid's will receive a commemorative finisher's medal!

9:30 AM MDT

$8.00

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Organiser's description

RUIDOSO GRINDSTONE TRAIL RUNS
AUGUST 24, 2024
HALF MARATHON HEAVY ( 13.8 MILES) START @ 7.00 AM
8.5 MILER START @ 7.15 AM
4 MILER START @ 7.15 AM
RACES START AND FINISH AT WINGFIELD PARK IN DOWNTOWN RUIDOSO, 300 CENTER ST.

HELP CELEBRATE GRINDSTONE TRAIL RUNS 10TH RUNNING!

Since 2014 the Grindstone Trail Runs has been an annual event Ruidoso, NM. The event is fully supported by the Village of Ruidoso, Lincoln County, and the US Forest Service. We would also like to thank all our local sponsors and volunteers over the past 9 years who have helped make this event possible.

Please make plans to come out for the 10th running that will include custom commemorative SWAG, cake, and a post-race party. atmosphere.

Proceeds from the Grindstone Trail Runs are donated back to the All-Season Adaptive Sports program, formerly Ski Apache Adaptive Sports. This is one of the oldest foundations in NM dating back to 1976. Over the past 9 years, our event has donated more than $50K and hopes to raise more this year.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Click here to make an extra donation toward the foundation. DONATE https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/NM/Ruidoso/RuidosoGrindstoneTrailruns4M85MHalfMarathon