Desert Dash Trail Half Marathon, 10K & 5K ~ Results

• Half Marathon:- Run 13.1 Miles
• 10K:- Run 6.2 Miles
• 5K:- Run 3.1 Miles
• Children's 1 Mile:- Run 1 Mile

 - Enjoy expansive views of the desert, including three rugged mountain ranges, as you run or walk the beautiful 5K, 10K, or half marathon trail courses. Bring your little ones to compete in the Children's 1-mile trail race (guardian should accompany child). All levels welcome.

Desert Dash is a fundraiser for the non-profit Asombro Institute for Science Education. All proceeds will be used for our education programs. Our mission is to increase natural science literacy through engaging, place-based education.  We reach more than 17,000 K-12 students every year through inquiry-based classroom programs and field trips.

Awards given to the overall male and female winners in the half marathon, 5K, and 10K races. Male and female age group awards will be given in all events. Finisher medals will be provided to all children in the 1-mile race.

Half marathon, 10K, and 5K trails are not stroller accessible. Walkers encouraged on the 5K course. No pets please.

Getting to the Nature Park:

1. From I-25 in Las Cruces, New Mexico, head east on Highway 70.
2. Take the Mesa Grande Rd. exit (at Oñate High School)
3. Make a U-turn under the highway to head west on the frontage road.
4. Turn right (north) on Jornada Road.
5. Proceed north on Jornada Road for approximately 6.5 miles.
6. Park as directed by parking attendants.