Scenic score
- Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5K Run/Walk (Albuquerque)
- 100/100 Favoured
A data-led head-to-head using sourced race facts and available derived figures under one published methodology.
Data current as ofRun for the Zoo (Albuquerque) Half Marathon and Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5K Run/Walk (Albuquerque) split the available advantages, so the better choice depends on which metric matters most to the runner.
| Metric | Run for the Zoo (Albuquerque) Half Marathon | Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5K Run/Walk (Albuquerque) |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic score | 50/100 | 100/100 ✓ |
| Conditions | 55/100 ✓ | 34/100 |
Only metrics available for at least one side are shown. A ✓ marks the better value for each metric (higher-is-better aware). Scores are out of 100 when available. Ascent, climbing density, max absolute grade and median finish describe course or field context and are not marked as better or worse.
| Fact | Run for the Zoo (Albuquerque) Half Marathon | Rio Grande Half Marathon and One Medal 5K Run/Walk (Albuquerque) |
|---|---|---|
| Race date | 2026-05-03 | 2026-08-09 |
| Location | Albuquerque, New Mexico | Albuquerque, New Mexico |
| Actual distance | 21.1 km | 21.1 km |
| RaceIndex mapped route held | Not held | Not held |
| RaceIndex elevation profile held | Not held | Not held |
| Surface | Paved roads and zoo pathways | Unavailable |
| Elevation character | Flat | Pancake Flat |
| Terrain | Mixed | Road, Beach |
| Scenery | City, Parkland, Riverside, Forest | Riverside, City, Mountain, Forest, Parkland, Desert |
| Atmosphere | Community, Charity | Scenic Tour, Competitive |
| Technicality | Non Technical | Non Technical |
| Entry model | Open | Open |
Facts are shown only when they exist in the sourced race record; Not held means no sourced value is held for that race.