TUCKERMAN INFERNO
2026 Race is March 21st
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for race details and registration.
TUCKERMAN INFERNO
2026 Race is March 21st
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for race details and registration.
ABOUT THE RACE
Welcome to Tuckerman Inferno - a Swiss-inspired adventure race in the White Mountains of NH
People have been dreaming of it, and we're finally bringing it to you. A world-class SkiMo race in the birthplace of Ski Mountaineering in the United States. While the actual course will be determined in the week leading up to the race, the race will include a hike/skin to treeline, an alpine snow climb with a single pitch of fixed line, a ski descent with a section of giant slalom gates, a second alpine snow climb, and a final ski descent all the way to Pinkham Notch.
A Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation Fundraiser
Compete to support a great cause! All proceeds from this event support the Mount Washington Avalanche Center Foundation. This event is a major fundraiser for the foundation whose mission is to support the Mount Washington Avalanche Center by enhancing and expanding avalanche education opportunities, advocating for responsible and sustainable backcountry recreation in New Hampshire’s unique alpine ecosystems, and expanding the reach of US Forest Service avalanche forecasts and messages.
The Course
Pinkham Notch to Treeline
Ascend from the Pinkham Notch parking area up the Tuckerman Ravine trail to the Mount Washington treeline.
Miles: 2.6
Elevation Gain: 2,368
The exact course may change based on race day weather and snow conditions.
Treeline to Summit
Mount Washington Treeline to the summit (or as high as conditions permit) with a technical ski mountaineering component (tying into a fixed line).
Descend to Hermit Lake Shelter
Descent from the Mount Washington summit to Hermit Lake Shelter, including a section(s) of gated Alpine Ski Racing.
Hermit Lake up Hillman Highway
Hilman Highway to Pinkham Notch
Descend Hillman’s Highway to the Sherburne Ski Trail to the race finish at Pinkham Notch.
Our Partners & Sponsors
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
Required Equipment
- Beacon(transmitting), probe, and avalanche shove
- Crampons and a self-arrest tool (ice axe, whippet, or similar)
- Locking Carabiner
- Harness and Rope ascending device - International Mountain Climbing School will provide harnesses and material for a Prusik loop at registration if you do not have these items (thanks IMCS!)
- Helmet
- Insulating layer, weather-blocking layer