High-Altitude Trail Run in Oaxaca

Run 10 to 17 km at 2800 to 3300 m on forest trails with national level athletes in Oaxaca

Private groups welcome

Free cancellation

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What you’ll do

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 8 ratings

Leslie

Auburn, CA

, March 2025

This was my second time running with OaxSport and I will definitely return to run with them again. Santa Catarina Ixtepeji is magically beautiful, and Juan was a great running tour guide. I was not as well altitude-trained as during my last trip, but Juan patiently adjusted the route and pace to my fitness. Fahad and Juan also took us to a delicious typical Oaxaqueño breakfast served by a local community organization afterwards, which added to the whole experience. Both Fahad and Juan are very knowledgeable about the area, the trails and its history. OaxSport is also just a great organization and I love contributing to local athletes’ running pursuits that they might not otherwise have access to. I highly recommend OaxSport and as long as you are up to the altitude and the climbing, I highly recommend this route. I can’t wait til my next trip back!!

Anna

Bozeman, MT

, August 2023

This was an amazing experience! What an awesome opportunity to connect with fellow runners and experience Oaxacan culture in a unique way. Fahad and Mane picked me up in the morning and we drove into the mountains above Oaxaca for our run. It was great to chat with both Fahad and Mane and hear about their experiences as runners and learn more about the high altitude forest that surrounded us. Mane is an 800m/1500m runner so I was a bit nervous I'd be too slow to keep up. I definitely was because they're beasts and used to the altitude, but Mane and Fahad were so patient and hiked with me on most of the longer uphills. By the end I was definitely gassed, but Mane was so encouraging and motivating right to the finish! It's important to note that Mane and, to my understanding, most of the other athletes, speak Spanish and not much English, and Fahad acts as a translator and guide. Fahad's a great facilitator, but you'll get even more out of this experience if you speak some Spanish. It'll allow you to chat directly with the athlete you're paired with, and if you're learning like me, will give you a chance to practice with some patient running partners. A great workout, beautiful scenery, and connecting across cultures over a mutual love of running- what more could you want?!

Leslie

Auburn, CA

, July 2023

This whole experience was amazing - beautiful, fun, educational, and a great workout bc of the altitude. Fahad and Felipe picked me up to drive us to the trailhead and made getting to this autonomous indigenous community really easy - it would not be simple if you try to go on your own! They had extra sunscreen, insect repellant, and snacks in case I had forgotten my own. The run itself was a lovely mix of dirt and rock roads with beautiful soft buttery singletrack that we had essentially all to ourselves - amazing trails. Felipe was really knowledgeable about local plants and customs, making it even more of a learning experience. He was patient with my slower pace due to the altitude and tailored the pace to meet my needs. Perhaps one of the best parts of this experience though is connecting with other runners and seeing how much we have in common - running is such a great way to bridge cultures! I will definitely run with OAXSport again next time I am in Oaxaca and cannot recommend it enough!!!

Upcoming availability

Where we’ll meet

Ecoturístico Comunitaria de Santa Catarina Ixtepeji Park

68000, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meet the hosts

Since moving to Oaxaca in 2016, I’ve helped organize trail runs that support and showcase local athletes. I coordinate this experience with national-level runners who train in the Sierra Norte. My focus is on athlete development, logistics, and creating meaningful, bilingual experiences for guests at high altitude.

To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests ages 13 and up can attend.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is strenuous and the skill level is advanced.

What to bring

Trail/Mountain Running Shoes, Water & Snack, Proper Clothes for Cold and Rain, Motion Sickness Medicine, Toilet Paper & Coins, Apply Sun Protection, Apply Insect Repellent

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Workouts with knowledgeable hosts

Workouts are led by athletes, trainers, and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique.

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Free cancellation

What you’ll do

5.0 out of 5 stars, from 8 ratings

Leslie

Auburn, CA

, March 2025

Anna

Bozeman, MT

, August 2023

Leslie

Auburn, CA

, July 2023

Upcoming availability

Where we’ll meet

Ecoturístico Comunitaria de Santa Catarina Ixtepeji Park

68000, Oaxaca, Mexico

Meet the hosts

To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

High-Altitude Trail Run in Oaxaca

Run 10 to 17 km at 2800 to 3300 m on forest trails with national level athletes in Oaxaca

Private groups welcome

Free cancellation

Listing highlights

Free cancellation