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Join us for the challenge and help support the Catamount Trail Association!
Every August the Delta Dental Race to the Top of Vermont draws hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. Our course ascends the historic Mansfield Toll Road – 4.3 miles in length and 2,564 feet of up! For some, it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time on this challenging course. For others, it's about coming together at this fun annual event to support the Catamount Trail Association, test themselves as a solo participant or team, and to enjoy the spectacular views!
Every August the Delta Dental Race to the Top of Vermont draws hikers, bikers, and runners from across the U.S. and Canada to climb Mt. Mansfield, Vermont’s highest peak. Our course ascends the historic Mansfield Toll Road – 4.3 miles in length and 2,564 feet of up! For some, it’s all about trying to achieve a fast time on this challenging course. For others, it's about coming together at this fun annual event to support the Catamount Trail Association, test themselves as a solo participant or team, and to enjoy the spectacular views!

The Delta Dental Race to the Top of Vermont isn’t only for those driven to train seven days a week or those blessed with outstanding genetics. This event is for Everyone! That doesn’t mean Race to the Top will be easy. It’s not. This course will challenge you, but with enough determination and grit, you will succeed. You will make it to the Top of Vermont, and we hope you will find inspiration in your success and those around you. Join us on Sunday, August 24th for an experience you won’t soon forget!
A 4.3 Mile Run, Bike, Or Hike Up Vermont’s Highest Mountain!
No matter why you participate in the Race to the Top, this event is ultimately about supporting the Catamount Trail Association at its largest fundraiser of the year! So, while you’re out there challenging yourself, know that the money raised at this event will support all the good work they do for our community.
All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Catamount Trail Association is excited to continue our partnership with Northeast Delta Dental as the title sponsor for the 19th Annual Race to the Top of Vermont. Northeast Delta Dental is a values-driven and wellness-focused company that successfully balances profitability and community involvement, with colleagues working together to create a corporate environment built upon trust and mutual respect. Their expertise in the dental insurance industry is second to none, and we are extremely excited to have their support.
Following their mission to improve oral health, Northeast Delta Dental has chosen the Vermont Head Start Tooth Tutor Program as their highlighted charity for this race. You can learn more about the Vermont Head Start Tooth Tutor Program, and make a donation to support their efforts, during the online registration process.
Following their mission to improve oral health, Northeast Delta Dental has chosen the Vermont Head Start Tooth Tutor Program as their highlighted charity for this race. You can learn more about the Vermont Head Start Tooth Tutor Program, and make a donation to support their efforts, during the online registration process.
2025 Delta Dental Mountain Challenge
2025 Details to come soon!
Northeast Delta Dental is sponsoring the Delta Dental Mountain Challenge where runners compete for cash prizes. Cash prizes will be awarded to the Top 10 Men & Women: $1000 (1st), $500 (2nd), $250 (3rd),
$100 (4th-10th). The oldest and youngest runners to complete ALL races will also receive $100.
Prize money will be awarded at the final race in the series--This One!--on Sunday, August 31st in Stowe, VT.
2025 Delta Dental Challenge Schedule:
Northeast Delta Dental is sponsoring the Delta Dental Mountain Challenge where runners compete for cash prizes. Cash prizes will be awarded to the Top 10 Men & Women: $1000 (1st), $500 (2nd), $250 (3rd),
$100 (4th-10th). The oldest and youngest runners to complete ALL races will also receive $100.
Prize money will be awarded at the final race in the series--This One!--on Sunday, August 31st in Stowe, VT.
2025 Delta Dental Challenge Schedule:
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There's Only One Question Left... Are You Tough Enough?
All entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Thank You Everyone for a Great 2024 Event!
Official 2024 results are available HERE.
Event photos are available for purchase HERE. We're also excited to offer free race branded web-sized photos courtesy of Northeast Delta Dental and Joe Viger Photography. Instructions for how to download are in the gallery description. Make sure you tag us on social media (@catamounttrail #racetothetopvt) so we can all share in the fun!
Thank you everyone that came out and raced or volunteered to support the Catamount Trail Association. This event is our largest fundraiser of the year, and supports our maintenance and conservation work along the Catamount Trail, as well as our efforts to help more people get outside through our free youth learn-to-ski programs, community learn-to-ski programs, and free backcountry tours. Click here to learn more... We'd love to ski with you!
Event photos are available for purchase HERE. We're also excited to offer free race branded web-sized photos courtesy of Northeast Delta Dental and Joe Viger Photography. Instructions for how to download are in the gallery description. Make sure you tag us on social media (@catamounttrail #racetothetopvt) so we can all share in the fun!
Thank you everyone that came out and raced or volunteered to support the Catamount Trail Association. This event is our largest fundraiser of the year, and supports our maintenance and conservation work along the Catamount Trail, as well as our efforts to help more people get outside through our free youth learn-to-ski programs, community learn-to-ski programs, and free backcountry tours. Click here to learn more... We'd love to ski with you!
This Event Is Made Possible With Support From:

This event is a fundraiser for the Catamount Trail Association and our chapters. Our chapters include the Dutch Hill Association Of Skiers & Hikers (DHASH), the Grateful Shreds, the Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition (MRVBC), the Northeast Kingdom Backcountry Coalition (NEKBC), the Ridgeline Outdoor Collective, the Southern Vermont Trails Association (SoVTA), and the Western Mass Backcountry Alliance (WMBA).
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