Operation WASHINGTON

Greens Grant, United States • 29 Aug 2026

Event Overview

Operation WASHINGTON takes place on August 29, 2026, at Mount Washington in New Hampshire. This rucking event is identified as the largest climb in the history of Green Beret Fitness, featuring significant elevation gain within the White Mountains region. The event headquarters and starting point are located at 361 NH-16 in Jackson, New Hampshire.

Distance Options

Participants can choose between two distinct categories based on distance and total vertical gain:

  • STANDARD: A 20 mile course with 10,774 ft of elevation gain.
  • MINI: A 10 mile course with 4,790 ft of elevation gain.

Weight Requirements

Both categories of the event require participants to carry specific loads throughout the duration of the course. Individuals registered for the STANDARD distance and those registered for the MINI distance must both carry a 20 lbs load. Registration is available for both ticket types, and the event is scheduled as an offline, in-person gathering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 mi
Standard
10 mi
Mini
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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