Chocorua Mountain Race

The Chocorua Mountain Race will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM, starting and finishing on Scott Road in Tamworth, NH, within the White Mountain National Forest. This 23 km (approx.) mountain course features 4,800 feet of climbing, with rugged terrain including rocks, roots, boulders, steep ledges, and stream crossings. The race begins with a fast, flat section through a field before entering single‑track on the Hammond Trail (2.8 miles, 1,900 ft ascent to the Liberty Trail junction), then descends 1,600 ft over 2.5 miles to the only on‑course aid station. Runners then complete an arduous loop up and over the 3,478 ft summit of Mount Chocorua before descending via the Liberty Trail back to the Hammond Trail and the finish.

All participants must carry mandatory gear: 1 liter of fluids, 400 calories of food, a windbreaker/rain shell, and a space blanket or emergency foil blanket. Gear will be checked upon bib pickup on race morning; failure to carry mandatory gear results in disqualification. This is a cupless event — runners must bring their own hydration system (bottle, cup, vest, etc.). No disposable cups are provided at aid stations.

• The Chocorua Mountain Race kicks off the White Mountain Endurance Cup. The series includes four events: Chocorua Mountain Race (June 6), Baldface Scramble 29K (July 25), Jigger Johnson Ultras 20 Mile (August 15), and Kilkenny Ridge Race 25K (September 19). Runners who complete at least three of the four events receive a commemorative White Mountain Endurance Cup medal.
• Series awards: highest overall male and female scorer (King and Queen of the White Mountains) receive bragging rights and an invitation to join the Aravaipa Northeast Racing Team for 2027. Top three men and women receive prize packs.
• Volunteers earn race credits toward any future Aravaipa event.
• The race is organized by Aravaipa Running as part of the WME Cup.
• Results from 2018–2025 are available via UltraSignup.

Mountain weather is subject to extreme changes; a large portion of the course over the mountain is fully exposed to the elements. Runners should be prepared for rocks, roots, boulders, steep ledges, and frigid mountain water crossings. The race is described as epic and rugged.

• Registration closes Monday, June 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.
• No specific refund policy is detailed in the visible text.
• Contact: Aravaipa Running via UltraSignup.

The Chocorua Mountain Race in Tamworth, NH on June 6, 2026, is a 23 km mountain race with 4,800 ft of climbing, summiting Mount Chocorua (3,478 ft) on rugged terrain, with mandatory gear (1L fluid, 400 cal food, rain shell, space blanket), cupless format, and part of the White Mountain Endurance Cup series.