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Enchanted Forest Trail Races

The Enchanted Forest Trail Races offer a summer celebration of the outdoors in Red River, New Mexico.

Race Date

Jul 25, 2026

Location

Red River, NM

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Location
Red River, New Mexico
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Destination Worthy

Atmosphere

Well Organized

Course

Shaded

The Experience

Set against the backdrop of Red River, New Mexico, the Enchanted Forest Trail Races invite runners to celebrate the outdoors. This event, typically held in late July, offers a full marathon, a 'Heavy Half' marathon, and a challenging 'Face Challenge' alongside its half-marathon.

The race courses are designed to showcase the natural beauty of the region, with trails winding through scenic terrain. While specific elevation details are not provided, the altitude in Red River can be a factor for runners. The typical race-day weather offers pleasant summer conditions, with average temperatures ranging from the low 50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit.

As part of the larger Run Adventure Fest series, the Enchanted Forest races provide a destination-worthy experience for trail enthusiasts looking to explore the New Mexico landscape.

Race-provided description

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Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Start Time

TBA

Start Location

Red River, NM

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Forest, Mountain

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

26.2M

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details8/15

3 timing sources · 12 photos

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 74°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

53°

Afternoon (High)

74°

Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively

0.2"

Precipitation

8 mph

Wind

61%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the Enchanted Forest Trail Races?

The Enchanted Forest Trail Races is held on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Where does the Enchanted Forest Trail Races take place?

It takes place in Red River, New Mexico.

What distances does the Enchanted Forest Trail Races offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M.

Is the Enchanted Forest Trail Races course flat and good for a PR?

The Enchanted Forest Trail Races is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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