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Race the Cog

Mount Washington, United States • 28 Jun 2025

Race The Cog is a unique mountain footrace held at the Mount Washington Cog Railway in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. Participants race alongside the historic cog railway tracks to the summit of Mount Washington, covering a challenging 2.75-mile course with a 3,500-foot elevation gain. The route features steep grades, including the notorious Jacobs Ladder with a 37% incline, and technical boulder fields typical of the Presidential Range.

Weather conditions can vary dramatically from warm at the base to snowy and windy at the summit. In addition to the summit climb, runners can opt for the Devil's Shingle Roundtripper, a 5.5-mile race that includes a return descent. The event offers stunning views and a rare opportunity to race one of the Northeast's highest peaks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States New Hampshire Mount Washington

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5 mi
3500 m+
Devil's Shingle Roundtripper
Summit Climb
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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