Ultra Running Hub Barrancas del Cobre, Mexico · Friday, October 2, 2026
Chihuahua by UTMB - 50K
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (56km) — 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 2193 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 56km | 346 | Juan Carlos Carera Casas · 05:49:31 | Josefina Perez Licona · 06:51:14 |
29% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (56km) — 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 56 km of trail with 2,600 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 46 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 56 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 2,600 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Chihuahua by UTMB - 50K, first run in 2025, is a 56-kilometer trail race in Barrancas del Cobre, Mexico, scheduled for October 2, 2026. With 2600 meters of elevation gain over its course, it climbs 46.4 meters per kilometer. This makes it a demanding 50k race for its climb.
The race has a 12-hour time limit, which means a pace of 12.9 minutes per kilometer. This cutoff is tighter than 40% of 50k races, requiring consistent forward movement. The single edition in 2025 saw 346 finishers, placing its field size larger than 96% of 2650 peer 50k races.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.