Creemore Vertical Challenge
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Creemore Vertical Challenge 2026
The Creemore Vertical Challenge takes place October 17, 2026 at Mad River Park in Creemore. The route is about 70 percent road, mostly gravel, and 30 percent trail. Sections cross private land so a full GPX file is not provided.
Distances offered:
- 14K Dip
- Fun 27.5K
- Full 55K
- 80K / 50 Miler
Race formats use laps of the same loop: 80K / 50 Miler is three laps, 55K is two laps, 27.5K is one lap, and 14K is one lap. Each lap contains roughly one half mile of vertical gain and may involve water crossings. The 80K requires a headlamp and has a 13 hour cut off. Cut off times for other distances include 10 hours for 55K and 7 hours for 27.5K.
Finishers receive medals and distance-specific apparel and socks; some distances include a beverage as part of the finisher items. Early bird and regular registration windows and fees are specified per distance. Four aid stations will provide water, mixed electrolytes, and snacks at approximately spaced locations. Photography will be provided to runners after the event. Rain does not cancel the event and trail sections can become very muddy when wet. Town parking is free with recommended parking areas and a public lot at Creemore Arena about a 5 to 10 minute walk from the park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
