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Mount Ascutney Vertical Backyard

Brownsville, United States • 22 Nov 2025

The Mount Ascutney Vertical Backyard is a challenging "Last Person Standing" endurance event held in Brownsville, Vermont. Participants repeatedly ascend and descend 1,209 vertical feet each hour via two course options: three laps on the 403-foot T-bar path or one lap on a longer 1,209-foot green loop higher on the mountain. The race continues until only one runner remains, with the total ascent equaling the height from sea level to Mount Everest's summit if completed for 24 hours. The course offers spectacular views and is spectator-friendly. Amenities include a heated outdoors center with bathrooms, aid stations with hot food, camping spots, and water access. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Vermont Brownsville

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1209 Feet Ascent
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