TUCKERMAN INFERNO
2026 Race is NOW APRIL 11th
Compete to support Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation
TUCKERMAN INFERNO
2026 Race is NOW APRIL 11th
Compete to support Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation
Tuckerman Inferno - a Swiss-inspired adventure race
A world-class SkiMo race in the birthplace of Ski Mountaineering in the United States.
While the actual course will be determined in the week leading up to the race, the full skimo race 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.
NEW CATEGORIES: In 2026 we are bringing back the Inferno Classic - a top to bottom alpine ski race - and introducing the Inferno Vertical for those looking to race to the top and descend at their leisure.
SUPPORT MOUNT WASHINGTON AVALANCHE CENTER FOUNDATION
Compete to support a great cause! All race proceeds go to 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.
HELP US MEET OUR 2026 FUNDRAISING GOAL!
In 2026, participants who register early can fundraise their $250 registration minimum through a personal Pledge page. All participants can raise additional funds through their Pledge page. Share your page with friends, family, and supporters to help us reach our $50,000 fundraising goal.
Top fundraisers earn prizes and a guaranteed entry in 2027.
Donate for a participant or a team to help us reach our goal!
The Course
Pinkham Notch to Treeline
Ascend from the Pinkham Notch parking area up the Tuckerman Ravine trail to the Mount Washington treeline.
The exact course may change based on race day weather and snow conditions.
Treeline to Summit
Mount Washington Treeline to the summit (or as high as conditions permit) with a technical ski mountaineering component (tying into a fixed line).
Descend to Hermit Lake Shelter
Descent from the Mount Washington summit to Hermit Lake Shelter, including a section(s) of gated Alpine Ski Racing.
Hermit Lake up Hillman Highway
Hilman Highway to Pinkham Notch
Descend Hillman’s Highway to the Sherburne Ski Trail to the race finish at Pinkham Notch.
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EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
Required Equipment
- Beacon(transmitting), probe, and avalanche shove
- Crampons and a self-arrest tool (ice axe, whippet, or similar)
- Locking Carabiner
- Harness - International Mountain Climbing School will provide several harnesses at registration
- Sling or Lanyard to attach harness to the fixed line
- Rope ascending device: e.g. Tibloc, Ascender/Jumar, Prussick. This is in order of what was most effciently last year. Material for a Prusik loop will be available at registration.
- Insulating layer, weather-blocking layer