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Lady of the Mountain Run

Lady of the Mountain Run

Lady of the Mountain Run: A community half marathon in the shadow of the Sacramento Mountains.

Race Date

Nov 21, 2026

Location

Alamogordo, NM

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Quick facts

Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed
Finishers on record
195

Highlights

Good For

Hidden Gem

Atmosphere

Local Community

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

In the high desert of Alamogordo, New Mexico, the Lady of the Mountain Run brings a quiet, small-town feel to half marathon racing. Now in its eighth year, this local favorite draws about 65 runners each November, with a loyal quarter returning annually and participants from eight states. The course starts at Tays Special Event Center on Scenic Drive, winding through flat roads that offer glimpses of the nearby Sacramento Mountains.

The low-key atmosphere is a welcome change from big-city races, with age-group awards and finisher medals for the first 250. Runners can opt out of the shirt for a $10 discount, adding to the race's no-frills charm. For those seeking a PR-friendly course with genuine community spirit and mountain views, Lady of the Mountain is a hidden gem worth discovering.

Race-provided description

Lady of the Mountain Run Saturday, November 21, 2026 Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run Tays Special Event Center, 2235 N Scenic Drive, Alamogordo, NM 88310

Fees                                  Present to 10/20        10/22 to 11/19            11/20 (packet pick up) Half Marathon                        $50                            $55                                    $60 10K                                           $45                           $50                                    $55 5K                                             $40                            $45                                    $50 1 Mile Fun Run                       $20                            $20                                    $20

TEAM DISCOUNT - Put together a team of 4 or more to receive a $5 discount!  The first 3 members to register will receive a $5 refund once your 4th team member registers. Everyone to join your team after that will pay the discounted fee.

**NO SHIRT OPTION AVAILABLE—TAKES $10 OFF OF ANY IN-PERSON EVENT Must be registered by October 1ST to be guaranteed a shirt ● Register on raceadventuresunlimited.com until 11/20/26 ● Register at packet pick up 11/20/26 ● Packet pick up: 11/20/26, 8:00am-6pm, First National Bank Atrium, 414 10th St Alamogordo ● Race day packet pick up: starting at 6:45am at Tays Special Event Center ● 1st Overall: Male and Female award; 1st Master’s, (40 YRS & ABOVE): Male and Female award ● Award to all 1st, 2ND, AND 3RD place male & female finishers in the half marathon, 10K & 5K as follows: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over ● Finisher medals for first 250 finishers ● No cash prizes Half Marathon begins at 8 AM 10K/5K begin at 8:15 AM 1 Mile Fun Runs begin at 8:30 AM For more information, visit: www.ladyofthemountainrun.com

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Start Time

8:00 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

Tays Special Event Center,11, Alamogordo, NM, 88310

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Small Town

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

6.2 Miles3.1 Miles1 Miles

Quality Score

Standout73
Methodology
Heritage16/20

8 years running

Size9/15

~65 finishers a year

Momentum4/5

shrinking

Loyalty20/20

25% returning runners

Course & details5/15

4 timing sources

National draw5/10

runners from 8 states

Front-pack speed3/5

winner 1:20:23

Weather10/10

typical high 59°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

42°

Afternoon (High)

59°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.0"

Precipitation

9 mph

Wind

44%

Humidity

Historical Finish Times

How 195 finishers actually crossed the line across 3 years.

Most recent

2025

Total finishers

195

Median time

2:15:03

Latest turnout

73

States

14

10%
25%
75%
90%
1:25p50 median ≈ 2:104:10

Turnout by year

20222025

'22'23'25
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Frequently asked

When is the Lady of the Mountain Run?

The Lady of the Mountain Run is held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.

Where does the Lady of the Mountain Run take place?

It takes place in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

What distances does the Lady of the Mountain Run offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 6.2 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 1 Miles.

Is the Lady of the Mountain Run course flat and good for a PR?

The Lady of the Mountain Run is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

How many people run the Lady of the Mountain Run?

HalfRuns has finish records for 195 runners who have completed the Lady of the Mountain Run.

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