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State 47 Las Cruces Marathon

Las Cruces, NM
Saturday, January 3, 2026

Description

Nestled at 3,900 feet in Las Cruces, New Mexico, the State 47 Marathon is surrounded by pecan orchards, stunning views of the Organ Mountains, and the Rio Grande River. Hosted by @wanderlustrunning, this popular event has sold out the past three years and, in 2025, welcomed participants from all 50 states and 8 countries.

The USATF-certified course is also a Boston qualifier, offering a fast and scenic race with reliably great weather. In addition to the marathon, the event features a half-marathon, a 4.7-mile race, and a kids’ run for all ages to enjoy.

Join us for the 5th running of the State 47 Half Marathon. This event Kicked off the State 47 events and we will recognize this event with special BLING!



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Race Information

Race Dates

2026: Saturday, January 3, 2026
2025: Saturday, January 4, 2025


Course Information

Profile: Mostly Flat
Type: Out and Back
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No


Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 43°F (6°C)
Average High: 57°F (13°C)
Average Low: 29° F (-1°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 96.88
Course Score: 96.88


Race Size

2025: 168 Finishers
2024: 130 Finishers
2023: 140 Finishers
2022: No Results
2021: No Results
2020: No Results


BQ Percentages

2025: 4.8%
2024: 11.5%
2023: 9.3%
2022: N/A
2021: N/A
2020: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No


Weather Averages for Last 3 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 61°F  (16°C)
Low: 37°F  (3°C)

Race Start Conditions

45°F  (7°C)
Humidity: 37%

Clear
SE 5 mph

PR Score

2906.4

Course Score

96.88





How does the State 47 Las Cruces Marathon Rank?


The State 47 Las Cruces Marathon was the 329th largest marathon in the U.S. last year and was the 286th largest in 2023.

This year 4.8% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon and 11.5% of runners qualified for Boston in 2024.

This gives the State 47 Las Cruces Marathon the 143rd highest percentage of Boston Marathon qualifiers in the U.S. last year and the 107th highest percentage so far in 2025.


Its Course Score of 96.88 ranks it as the 383rd fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 1st fastest course in New Mexico.

The typical race time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. This, coupled with the Course Score, gives the State 47 Las Cruces Marathon a PR Score of 96.88. This PR Score ranks it as the 342nd fastest marathon in the U.S. and the 1st fastest in New Mexico.

Learn more about PR Scores and Course Scores on the FAQ page.


State 47 Las Cruces Marathon Elevation Chart

Max Elevation: 3906 feet (1190m)
Min Elevation: 3862 feet (1177m)

Elevation Gain: 174 feet (53m)
Elevation Loss: 174 feet (53m)


State
Course updated 12/09/2024



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