About
Are you ready to get dirty? Based at Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine, this race might be the most fun you'll ever have while also considering crying.
What is TMC?
The Tough Mountain Challenge is an adventure 5K race that combines alpine terrain with natural and manmade obstacles.
Running through snowguns and scrambling in the mud will push your limits. But, it's not just about finishing first or last; it's about conquering the course and celebrating your triumph.
It might be the most fun you'll ever have while also considering crying.
Relive Your Glory
Photos and Results
You put your blood, sweat, and tears into the mountain, so go ahead, you earned some bragging rights. You can find your final time at the link below so you can rub it on your friend's face. Looking for some pictures for your holiday cards? Images will be available to purchase courtesy of Tabatha Skelton Photography following the event.
2024 Schedule
Check-in for the race in the Mahoosuc Room at South Ridge, then head slopeside for all the activities.
Friday
4-8PM
Early Check-In
Get your race packet and swag for Tough Mountain and Mini Mountain Challenge the day before for a stress-free race day.
5-9PM
Big Ass Bash
Once you've grabbed your race packet, head outside and join the party! DJ DeeRock and SAYO will spin today's hits and the classics we all love. Don't miss out on the fun!
Saturday
7AM
Check-In
Competitors can start checking in at 7AM, and we recommend that you get there at least an hour before your heat to get your race packet and swag.
8AM
Tough Mountain Challenge Heat 1
Heats will run on schedule, weather permitting, until the last one goes out in the early afternoon.
Sunday
10AM
Mini Mountain Challenge Wave 1
Kids ages 10-12 years old take off on the lower first mile section of the Tough Mountain Challenge course.
10:30AM
Mini Mountain Challenge Wave 2
Kids ages 7-9 years old tackle a half-mile course filled with water, mud, and fun.
11AM
Mini Mountain Challenge Wave 3
The youngest kiddos between the ages of 4-6 years old take off through a quarter-mile course filled with obstacles, and end with a foam wall finish!
Round out your weekend
Why not make a trip of it? Stay the night (or two) at one of the Sunday River hotels and don't worry about oversleeping and missing your start. Want more to do once you've finished racing? There's tons to do around the rest of the mountain and throughout Bethel.
Rest your weary, muddy head
Lodging
Full-service hotels with restaurants, outdoor pools, health clubs, and shopping.
Good, clean fun
Activities
From axe throwing to scenic lift rides, there's something for everybody.
Western Maine at its finest
Explore
Wander through Bethel and treat yourself to fine dining, shopping, and museums.