Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run

Roxbury, United States • 7 Sep 2025

Granite Gorge Yo-Yo Run is a mountain race held in Keene, New Hampshire. The course is run mostly on ski trails with some single-track, totaling about 4.9 miles with roughly 1,650 feet of ascent and descent. The race earns its name from the steep up-and-down sections that feel like a Yo-Yo as you climb the mountain multiple times, offering a dramatic and scenic backdrop. Special features include prize money for the top three male and female finishers, seven age-group categories, and raffles for entrants. Proceeds benefit the Keene Community Kitchen, making this event both competitive and community-focused. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 mi
1650 m+
Mountain Race 4.9 Miles
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