Whiteface Mountain Races
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Whiteface Mountain Races
The Whiteface Mountain Races take place on May 22, 2027 at Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort in Wilmington, NY. The event offers two race options that use alpine slopes and neighboring Wilmington Wild Forest mountain bike trails.
Distances
- Half marathon: 13.1 miles / 21 km, approximately 6,960 feet gain and loss.
- Marathon: 26.2 miles / 42 km, approximately 11,920 feet gain and loss.
Each loop pairs roughly seven miles of alpine terrain - including dirt and gravel utility roads, grassy ski slopes, and hummocky alpine sections - with about six miles of rolling flume MTB trails. Per loop elevation combines about 5,000 feet of alpine gain plus roughly 1,000 feet on the flume for just under 6,000 feet total. Upper elevations may still have snow and steep muddy patches.
Aid stations will provide water, electrolyte drink, and snacks at mid-mountain, summit, flume, and lodge locations. The course profile lists a lowest point near 1,112 feet and a highest point near 4,324 feet, with steep uphill and downhill grades noted in the profile. Registration opens October 15. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
