Prizes
The Races
7 Events in the Series
Including a Virtual Challenge
Mount Washington Road Race
June 27
- One of the premier uphill road races in New England.
- Famous for steep grades and challenging weather.
- Check the official site for registration and cutoff info.
- 2026 race results on RaceRoster.
Loon Mountain Race
July 12
- Classic mountain race with serious vertical gain.
- Known for technical climbs and strong competition.
- See event page for course maps and race weekend details.
- 2026 race results on RunSignup.
Race to the Top of Vermont
August 30
- Run up Vermont's highest peak via toll road course.
- Challenging climb with sweeping summit views.
- Registration and logistics are posted on the event site.
Jay Peak Blue 5K
September 5
- Part of the Jay Peak Trail Fest (Labor Day weekend); all races start at Stateside Lodge.
- Matches the festival’s Blue Square 5k (listed as ~5.6 km / 3.5 miles): Saturday, Sept 5, 9:30 a.m. at the Stateside Baselodge Pavilion.
- About 700 ft of climb—mix of mowed nordic trails and singletrack with big views.
- Chip timing, stocked aid stations, medals, and grab-and-go food at the finish; lodging discount codes for registrants (per the event site).
- Full 5K series info, course maps, and registration: 5K trail races page.
Jay Peak 11-Miler
September 6
- 17.7 km / 11 miles, one lap around Jay Peak; Sunday, Sept 6, 8:00 a.m. start at the Stateside Hotel Pavilion.
- 3,000+ ft of elevation gain—challenging but doable; same loop used in the festival ultra, with an 11-hour course cutoff.
- Stocked aid stations, well-marked course, safety checkpoints, and a pizza & beer after-party; finishers get a classic Vermont-made wooden “medal.”
- Optional course/race debrief Saturday (Sept 5), 7:30 p.m. in the Bullwheel Bar at Stateside—recommended for first-timers.
- Lodging discount for registrants and more detail on the 11-mile race page; register via the Trail Fest signup.
Race the Cog
September 13
- Approximately 2.75 miles to the summit.
- A steep climb following the Cog Railway tracks.
- Rescheduled to September 13, 2026. Race-day details are available on the official event site.
Vertical Ascent Challenge
(Virtual Event)
- Track elevation gain throughout the challenge window.
- Compete for top cumulative climbing totals.
- Awards are presented at race-series closing events.
Series Standings
3 races complete (Mount Washington + Loon Mountain Race + Vertical Ascent Challenge)
| Place | Name | Best 3 Points | Total Races | Races |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | amber ferreira | 2890.45 | 3 | Mount Washington (1000.00), Vertical Ascent (1000.00), Loon Mountain Run (890.45) |
| 2 | sarah canney | 2461.95 | 3 | Vertical Ascent (1000.00), Loon Mountain Run (747.46), Mount Washington (714.49) |
| 3 | freddi triback | 2254.45 | 3 | Vertical Ascent (1000.00), Loon Mountain Run (641.02), Mount Washington (613.43) |
| 4 | roxane gagnon | 1989.25 | 3 | Vertical Ascent (1000.00), Mount Washington (531.29), Loon Mountain Run (457.96) |
| 5 | ellen raffio | 1917.38 | 3 | Vertical Ascent (1000.00), Mount Washington (459.42), Loon Mountain Run (457.96) |