Ultra Running Hub Cloudcroft, NM, United States · Saturday, October 17, 2026
Cactus to Cloud Trail Run
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, October
Regional 2001-2020 average for October — NASA POWER, grid elevation 1921 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 50km | 47 | John Evans · 05:41:22 | Mary Sturgis · 06:59:34 |
| 2024 | 50km | 40 | Kurt Keiser · 06:48:40 | Nina Mutschke · 06:42:10 |
| 2017 | 50km | 93 | Patrick Thurber · 05:44:18 | Katrin Silva · 07:37:39 |
| 2016 | 50km | 83 | Matthew Preslar · 05:37:11 | Tracie Akerhielm · 07:17:47 |
| 2015 | 50km | 81 | Don Solberg · 05:48:03 | Betsy Kalmeyer · 07:10:40 |
The field grew 18% between 2024 (40) and 2025 (47). 23% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (50km) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a mountain course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 50 km of trail with 2,500 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 50 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 50 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,500 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 50 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.