Baldface Scramble
Chatham, United States • 25 Jul 2026
Baldface Scramble - Overview
The Baldface Scramble takes place Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Baldface Farm / Copeland Field off Route 113 in Chatham, New Hampshire (Evans Notch). Distances offered:
- 29 KM - 17.8 miles, 6,226 ft total elevation gain
- 14 KM - 9 miles, 3,479 ft total elevation gain
Time limits are approximately 9 hours for the 29K and 8 hours for the 14K. The course reaches a maximum elevation of 3,578 ft.
Course and logistics
The 14K is a single loop that crosses the Baldfaces and descends via Bicknell Ridge Trail. The 29K is two loops: the first loop crosses the Baldfaces and returns to the field, then a second loop goes over Mount Meader before returning to the start/finish. The terrain includes steep ledges, exposed sections, singletrack, and sections that require scrambling.
Aid and support differ by distance: the 29K has one on-course aid station at the start/finish area (passed at about mile 8.6); the 14K has no on-course aid stations. Mandatory gear for both distances includes 2 liters of fluids, 400 calories of food, a windbreaker or rain shell, and a space or emergency foil blanket. GPX navigation files and a water filter are recommended. Crew may be at the start/finish; pacers are not allowed. Parking and staging are on private property with a long driveway and grass-field parking; some roads near the venue are not suitable for RVs or trailers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.