Loon Mountain Race

$20,000 Cash Purse Presented by Darn Tough

Named the "Most Competitive Hillclimb" by Runner's World Magazine, this ridiculously tough race follows a traditional combination of dirt trails, service roads, and ski trails to the summit of North Peak via the infamous Upper Walking Boss.

Governor Adams Lodge Base Area

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Some faces of the race.

Smiling, posing, and cheering through the pain, 425 athletes tackled the 6+ mile course, culminating with the 40% pitch ascent of Upper Walking Boss to the finish line.

With a $20,000 purse by Darn Tough on the line, Meikael Beaudoin-Rousseau clinched first place in the men's division with a time of 50:40.59. Amber Zimmerman took first place in the women's division with a time of 1:01:22.84.

Congratulations to the entire field. You clearly showed who's really the boss.

female runner wearing with mountains in background

two women holding hands celebrating their run

female racer smiling at the camera, making heart shape with hands

female winner on podium holding Darn Tough prize check

male winner on podium holding Darn Tough prize check

Spectators

Take a gondola skyride and watch racers finish at the top of North Peak.

Spectators may start loading the Gondola Skyride starting at 7:30AM on Sunday, July 12.
Skyride tickets are valid all day and can be used for multiple rides and offer access to other attractions at the summit of Loon Peak throughout the day, including the glacial caves, Herbert’s Observation Tower and disc golf course.

The Gondola Skyride is located at the Octagon Lodge. The race starts at the Governor Adams Lodge.

Skyride Tickets Map