Cirque Series - Jay Peak

Cirque Series - Jay Peak

This mountain trail race takes place at Jay Peak, Vermont on Sept 26, 2026. The course is listed as 7.1 miles with approximately 3,044 ft of vertical gain. The event is capped at 500 runners and is located within Jay State Forest.

The course starts at Tramside beside the tram dock and follows a sequence of ski runs, service roads, and single-track trail. Key segments named in the course description include Interstate, Perry Merrill Ave, Stateside, Chalet Meadows, Sweetheart to Paradise Meadows, Jet, Hotshot Derrick, Montrealer, Angel’s Wiggle, Taxi Trail, Goat Run, Upper River Quai, Bonaventure Quad, Northway, Green Beret, Vermonter, the Long Trail ridge (single track, no passing), Sis Boom Bah, Ullr’s Dream, Wedelmaster, JFK, and Kokomo before returning to Tramside.

Safety notes describe steep, rocky, and grassy terrain. The summit ridge is technical and can be wet and slippery. The route is marked with orange flagging and participants are required to follow the flagged path. There is a strict summit cut-off time of 2:00 hrs after which competitors will take the tram back down; this cutoff may be adjusted the week of the race. A no passing zone applies on the Long Trail summit ridge for 0.15 miles. If an injured competitor is encountered, inform the nearest course marshal, EMT, Jay Peak Patrol, or rescue services.

Bib pick-up is available the day before and on race day. The event includes a vendor village, post-race awards and giveaways, an evening after party, and lodging options at Jay Peak hotels. Each competitor receives a running hat, giveaway ticket, logoed bib, medal, a sponsor swag bag, and free professional race photos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.