Jigger Johnson Ultras

Waterville Valley, United States • 15-17 Aug 2025

The Jigger Johnson Ultras is a challenging trail running event held in the White Mountain National Forest, starting and finishing in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire. It offers three race distances: 100 miles, 50 miles, and 20 miles, each featuring rugged, mountainous terrain with significant elevation gains—up to 29,000 feet for the 100-mile race. The courses traverse iconic peaks such as Mount Tecumseh, Mount Osceola, and others, providing technical and scenic mountain running experiences. The event emphasizes safety with mandatory gear requirements due to variable mountain weather and includes aid stations along the routes. It is part of the White Mountain Endurance Cup series, celebrating endurance and mountain running in the Northeast. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 mi
32000 m+
100 Mile
50 mi
16000 m+
50 Mile
20 mi
5900 m+
20 Mile
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