King of the Hill 2027 March 6th, 2027 King of the Hill offers 100% trail running at 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. The races take place in the beautiful and challenging trails of El Cerro de Los Lunas Preserve. The courses feature beautiful views and large elevation changes on the 10k and half marathon courses. The event has grown every year, and this being our 8th annual will be the biggest and best yet! Price list: 5K: Now-January 1st: $30 January 2nd-February 1st: $35 February 2nd-March 1st: $40 March 2nd-Race Day: $45 10K/10K Rucksack: Now-January 1st: $35 January 2nd-February 1st: $40 February 2nd-March 1st: $45 March 2nd-Race Day: $50 Half Marathon: Now-January 1st: $45 January 2nd-February 1st: $50 February 2nd-March 1st: $55 March 2nd-Race Day: $60 Cash Prizes for 1st-3rd overall (men and women): 1st place: $300.00 2nd place: $200.00 3rd place: $100.00 Schedule of events for those registered: Friday, March 5th : Packet Pick Up/ in-person Registration at Daniel Fernandez
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for March 6.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Los Lunas, NM.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
