Taos Ski Valley Up & Over Trail Run Weekend
- Date Sun 3rd August 2025
- Location Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico
- Price $11.60 - $91.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 1km
Event summary
Join us for an exhilarating weekend of outdoor adventure at the Taos Ski Valley Up & Over Trail Run Weekend, happening on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025, in the breathtaking Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico. This event promises a blend of challenge and excitement for runners of all ages and abilities.
On Saturday, participants can tackle the iconic 19th Annual Up & Over 10K Trail Run, which features a demanding course that ascends 2,612 feet, reaching a stunning elevation of 11,819 feet. Runners will be treated to breathtaking views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks as they navigate through high alpine terrain, making it a favorite among seasoned athletes and enthusiastic newcomers alike.
For those seeking an extra thrill, the 3rd Annual VerticAL's VertK on Sunday offers a heart-pounding 1K vertical ascent up Als Run, a renowned black diamond ski run. This challenging climb rewards participants with a breathtaking finish at the summit, perfect for anyone aged 16 and older.
Families can also get in on the action with the 2nd Annual Up & DN Kid's Fun Run, a delightful 1K adventure for younger runners, allowing them to experience the joy of trail
On Saturday, participants can tackle the iconic 19th Annual Up & Over 10K Trail Run, which features a demanding course that ascends 2,612 feet, reaching a stunning elevation of 11,819 feet. Runners will be treated to breathtaking views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks as they navigate through high alpine terrain, making it a favorite among seasoned athletes and enthusiastic newcomers alike.
For those seeking an extra thrill, the 3rd Annual VerticAL's VertK on Sunday offers a heart-pounding 1K vertical ascent up Als Run, a renowned black diamond ski run. This challenging climb rewards participants with a breathtaking finish at the summit, perfect for anyone aged 16 and older.
Families can also get in on the action with the 2nd Annual Up & DN Kid's Fun Run, a delightful 1K adventure for younger runners, allowing them to experience the joy of trail
Organiser's Description
Spanning the first weekend of August, the Up & Over Weekend challenges runners with a demanding 10K Trail Run course on Saturday. On Sunday, runners can take on the daunting VerticALs VertK.
TAOS SKI VALLEY UP & OVER 10K TRAIL RUN
Hosted on Saturday, the 19th Annual Up & Over 10K is notoriously challenging with many runners returning year-after-year to beat their PBs. There are many groups that run together; friends, co-workers, and whole families who want to take on the mountain. The course is a formidable and scenic 2,612 climb from 9,321 at the base, topping out at 11,819. Expect amazing views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks, followed by a technical descent through high alpine terrain.
VERTICAL'S VERTK
On Sunday take on the 3rd Annual VerticAL's VertK, a daunting vertical 1K up TAOSs famed Als Run. In winter, Als is an intimidating long, steep black diamond ski run directly under Lift 1, carved with seemingly infinite measure of moguls. VerticAL's participants will scramble up from the base to the finish at the top of Als a grueling gain of 1,497. Due to the demanding terrain, this event will be open to participants 16+ years old.
DOUBLE TROUBLE
Take on a two-day challenge with the Up & Over 10k on Saturday and VerticAL's VertK on Sunday. Each race will be timed - with a special prize going to best combined overall male and female.
UP & DN KID'S FUN RUN
This one is just for the kids - a mini-version of our classic Up & Over 10k run, this course will take the young runners up Pioneer Run and back down again at a distance of 1k. Let the kids join in the fun with their own 2nd Annual Up & Dn!
TAOS SKI VALLEY UP & OVER 10K TRAIL RUN
Hosted on Saturday, the 19th Annual Up & Over 10K is notoriously challenging with many runners returning year-after-year to beat their PBs. There are many groups that run together; friends, co-workers, and whole families who want to take on the mountain. The course is a formidable and scenic 2,612 climb from 9,321 at the base, topping out at 11,819. Expect amazing views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks, followed by a technical descent through high alpine terrain.
VERTICAL'S VERTK
On Sunday take on the 3rd Annual VerticAL's VertK, a daunting vertical 1K up TAOSs famed Als Run. In winter, Als is an intimidating long, steep black diamond ski run directly under Lift 1, carved with seemingly infinite measure of moguls. VerticAL's participants will scramble up from the base to the finish at the top of Als a grueling gain of 1,497. Due to the demanding terrain, this event will be open to participants 16+ years old.
DOUBLE TROUBLE
Take on a two-day challenge with the Up & Over 10k on Saturday and VerticAL's VertK on Sunday. Each race will be timed - with a special prize going to best combined overall male and female.
UP & DN KID'S FUN RUN
This one is just for the kids - a mini-version of our classic Up & Over 10k run, this course will take the young runners up Pioneer Run and back down again at a distance of 1k. Let the kids join in the fun with their own 2nd Annual Up & Dn!
Races
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Up & Over 10k
Incl. $4.48 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$62.48
CLOSEDSaturdays Up & Over 10K is notoriously challenging with many runners returning year-after-year to beat their PBs. There are many groups that run together; friends, co-workers, and whole families who want to take on the mountain. The course is a formidable and scenic 2,612 climb from 9,321 at the base, topping out at 11,819. Expect amazing views of Kachina and Wheeler Peaks, followed by a technical descent through high alpine terrain. -
Vertic-AL's Vert-K
Incl. $3.28 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 3rd August 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$41.28
CLOSEDOn Sunday take on the 3rd Annual VerticAL's VertK, a daunting vertical 1K up TAOSs famed Als Run. In winter, Als is an intimidating long, steep black diamond ski run directly under Lift 1, carved with seemingly infinite measure of moguls. VerticAL's participants will scramble up from the base to the finish at the top of Als a grueling gain of 1,497. Due to the demanding terrain, this event will be open to participants 16+ years old. -
Double Trouble
Incl. $6.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$91.10
CLOSEDThis is a combo event of the Up & Over 10k, run on Saturday, and the Vertic-Al's Vert-K, run on Sunday. -
Up & Dn
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sun 3rd August 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$11.60
CLOSEDThis one is just for the kids - a mini-version of our classic Up & Over 10k run, this course will take the young runners up Pioneer Run and back down again at a distance of 1k. Let the kids join in the fun with their own Up & Dn! This fun run is open to children 9 and under. Race will be untimed with overall boy and girl receiving a prize. All runners will receive an Up & Dn finishers medal.
Taos Ski Valley Up & Over Trail Run Weekend