When is Sunapee Scramble?

Sunapee Scramble takes place on Jun 7, 2026. That's in 1 month.

Where is Sunapee Scramble located?

Sunapee Scramble is held in Sunapee, New Hampshire, United States.

What distances are available at Sunapee Scramble?

Sunapee Scramble offers the following distances: 9.3M.

What is the typical weather for Sunapee Scramble?

Based on historical data, you can expect temperatures between 49°F and 72°F on race day. There's approximately a 17% chance of precipitation.

Sunapee Scramble (9.3M) - Jun 7, 2026 | Sunapee, NH

The Sunapee Scramble, set for June 7, 2026, in Sunapee, NH, challenges runners with a formidable 9.3-mile mountain course that serves as both the USATF National Classic Mountain Championship and the Collegiate Mountain Running National Championships. This prestigious event is also the sole selection race for the 2026 US Classic Up/Down Mountain Running Team, offering top athletes a chance to qualify for the WMRA World Cup. Participants can expect typical race day conditions to feature pleasant highs around 72F and lows around 49F, with a 17% chance of precipitation, though mountain weather can always add an extra layer of challenge to the already "brutal" and "punishing" terrain.

The course itself is a demanding two-loop affair on Mount Sunapee, boasting over 3,300 feet of total elevation gain. The first lap includes a 2.3-mile ascent, gaining 1,500 feet, which begins on a service road or ski slope before transitioning to technical trails leading to the summit. This is followed by a fast 1.75-mile descent on ski trails. The second lap intensifies with a 3.5-mile climb and an additional 1,800 feet of elevation, incorporating the notoriously "super technical Newbury Trail" where runners may find themselves on "hands and knees crawling". Previous events have seen conditions where heavy rain rendered descents into "controlled slides" and climbs into "mud-caked grinds," adding to the already tough, rocky New England trails.

Starting and finishing at the Sunapee Base Lodge, the Sunapee Scramble is renowned for its competitive atmosphere, attracting elite and collegiate runners vying for a substantial $30,000 prize purse presented by Brooks Running. As part of the USATF-NE Mountain Running Circuit, the oldest mountain running circuit in the US, this race offers not only a challenging physical test but also inspiring mountain scenery and a vibrant community experience for all who dare to tackle Mount Sunapee.