Race to the Top of Vermont
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Race to the Top of Vermont (20th Anniversary)
Race to the Top of Vermont is an annual fundraiser for the Catamount Trail Association held in Stowe, Vermont. The event brings hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mt. Mansfield via the historic Mansfield Toll Road. The main course covers 4.3 miles and gains 2,564 feet of elevation.
The event includes multiple participation options and formats, including individual run, hike, and bike categories, team entries, and a fundraising entry option that carries a minimum fundraising commitment of $75. Race day programming also features a kids fun run, post-race lunch, awards, and a raffle.
Distances
- 4.3 miles with 2,564 feet of ascent on the Mansfield Toll Road
- Kids Fun Run: about 1 km loops for ages 4-14
Online registration closes on August 27 and there is a discounted-fee deadline on August 1. Extra lunch tickets and event merchandise such as a custom Race To The Top mug are offered; some merchandise proceeds and optional donations support the Catamount Trail Association and other local charities. The event takes place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in Stowe, Vermont. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
