Westmore Mountain Challenge

East Charleston, United States • 27 Sep 2025

The Westmore Mountain Challenge is a one-day, 26-mile trail running and hiking event in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, featuring five mountains: Moose, Hor, Pisgah, Haystack, and Bald. Participants traverse steep, scenic trails with significant elevation gains, including a marathon option that extends the route to NorthWoods Lodge. The course offers water and aid stations, rest stops with food, and shuttle services. The event emphasizes sustainable trail use and community, supporting local conservation efforts led by NorthWoods Stewardship Center and its youth crews. It is limited in participant numbers to protect the trails and includes a post-event celebration with food and awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
4423 m+
26 Miles
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