People have been dreaming of it, and we're finally bringing it to you. A world-class SkiMo race in the birthplace of Ski Mountaineering in the United States. The race format has three up and two down stages that can be tackled as an individual, dynamic duo, or relay team. While the actual course will be determined in the week leading up to the race, the five stages will include a hike/skin to treeline, an alpine snow climb with a single pitch of fixed line, a ski descent with a section of giant slalom gates, a second alpine snow climb, and a final ski descent all the way to Pinkham Notch.
A Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation Fundraiser
Compete to support a great cause! All proceeds from this event support the Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation. This event is a major fundraiser for the foundation whose mission is to support the Mount Washington Avalanche Center by enhancing and expanding avalanche education opportunities, advocating for responsible and sustainable backcountry recreation in New Hampshire’s unique alpine ecosystems, and expanding the reach of US Forest Service avalanche forecasts and messages.
Ascend from the Pinkham Notch parking area up the Tuckerman Ravine trail to the Mount Washington treeline.
Miles: 2.6
Elevation Gain: 2,368
See Race Rules for additional detail about each Stage. The exact course may change based on race day weather and snow conditions.
Mount Washington Treeline to the summit (or as high as conditions permit) with a technical ski mountaineering component (tying into a fixed line).
Descent from the Mount Washington summit to Hermit Lake Shelter, including a section(s) of gated Alpine Ski Racing.
Descend Hillman’s Highway to the Sherburne Ski Trail to the race finish at Pinkham Notch.
Stage 1: Pinkham Notch to Treeline
Stage 2: Treeline to MW Summit
Stage 3: MW Summit to Hermit Lake Shelter
Stage 4: Hermit Lake Up Hillman's Highway
Stage 5: Hilman’s Highway to Pinkham Notch.