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Race to the Top of Vermont

Name: Race to the Top of Vermont
Start: 2026-08-30
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Stowe

Stowe, United States • 30 Aug 2026

Race to the Top of Vermont : 20th Anniversary

Race To The Top of Vermont is an annual August fundraiser for the Catamount Trail Association held in Stowe, Vermont. The 2026 edition marks the event's 20th anniversary and includes trail running, hiking, and a bike category that climb Mt. Mansfield via the historic Mansfield Toll Road. The main course is 4.3 miles long with 2,564 feet of ascent.

The event draws participants from across the United States and Canada and offers individual and team registration options, including a team rate for groups of five or more. A fundraising entry option has no upfront fee but requires a minimum $75 fundraising commitment. Race weekend features a Kids Fun Run for ages 4 to 14 near the base of the Toll Road, as well as lunch, awards, and a raffle. Donations and event merchandise are available, with some proceeds supporting the Catamount Trail Association.

Online registration closes shortly before the event and there are deadlines for discounted fees. The event location is listed as 5785 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT, and the organizer is Delta Dental together with the Catamount Trail Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Vermont Stowe

Race information

Website

4 mi

4.3 Mile Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Sat - Tue May 2-5

Madie's Jaunt

Williston

3 mi

A free trail running event at Catamount Outdoor Family Center with a 3-mile in-person race and a weekend virtual 3-mile option, held in memory of a UVM student and Army ROTC cadet. T-shirt sales support a memorial fund.

Sunday May 3

Sleepy Hollow Mtn Race at Cochran's

Richmond

6 mi

This 6-mile mountain race tackles steep trails and muddy terrain at Cochran's Ski Area. After the run, enjoy pancakes and watch the free kids' race. It's the opener for the USATF-New England Mountain Running Series.

Tuesday May 12

Catamount Weekly Trail Running Race

A weekly trail running series at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston, VT offering 2.5 km and 5 km courses plus a Cubbies category for ages 5 and under; races run rain or shine with clear thunder and bib policies.

Tuesday May 19

Catamount Weekly Trail Running Race

A weekly trail race series at Catamount Outdoor Family Center in Williston offering 5 km and 2.5 km options, rain or shine, with on-site bib pickup, a thunder delay/cancellation policy, and a water refill station near the bike wash.