40th Annual Whiteface Mountain Uphill Foot Race

Event Overview

The 40th Annual Whiteface Mountain Uphill Foot Race will take place on June 6, 2026, at 5753 NYS RT 86, Wilmington, NY. For more information, visit this link.

Course Details

• Distance: Climb 3,500 feet up scenic Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway.
• Views: Experience a 360° panoramic view of the Adirondacks, New England, and Canada.
• Finish Line: The race concludes at the top of New York’s 5th highest peak.
• End Goal: There is no greater finish line than ending at the top of the mountain!

Registration Information

• Race Fee: Includes finishers medal and t-shirt.
• Early Registration: Participants registered by May 1st will receive our Race Shirt.

Event Logistics

• Start Time: This year's race starts on Saturday at 5:30 pm.
• Staging: Begins at 5:00 pm in the center of Wilmington at the intersection of Route 86 and Route 431.
• Packet Pickup: Available on Friday, June 5th from 4-6 pm and Race Day from 10:00-2:00 PM at the Whiteface Visitors Bureau.
• Parking: Located at the Whiteface Visitors Bureau 5753 Rte 86. Additional parking is available across from Preston Field.

Additional Information

• Spectator Passes: Special passes will be sold with cash at packet pickup for those wishing to cheer from the top.
• Car Access: Cars must proceed up the mountain prior to the race start.
• Shuttle Service: Limited shuttle service will be available for runners needing a ride back down.
• More Details: Further information will be provided the week of the race.