IronHike Mohawk Mountain Fall 2026
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From IronHike Endurance Productions
- Date Thu 1st October 2026 - Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 12:00AM EDT
- Location Mohawk Mtn Ski Area, Cornwall, Connecticut
- Price $145.00 - $4,485.00
- Races 17 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready to challenge yourself like never before at the IronHike Mohawk Mountain Fall 2026, hosted by IronHike Endurance Productions from October 1-4, 2026. Nestled in the stunning Litchfield Hills of Cornwall, Connecticut, this multi-day vertical trail endurance event welcomes athletes from all walks of life to push their limits among breathtaking fall foliage.
Whether you're looking to conquer the KUWOHI 12-Hour challenge covering 15 miles and a staggering 7,140 feet of elevation or take on the ultimate EVEREST 72-Hour adventure with over 61 miles and a jaw-dropping 29,155 feet in elevation gain, there's something for everyone. Participants can choose to go solo, team up as Trail Buddies, or form a Trail Family for shared endurance experiences. This isn’t just about racing against the clock; it’s about proving yourself right and finding your tribe in a community of like-minded mountain athletes. Don’t miss out on this inspiring opportunity to earn every ascent and descent in an unforgettable natural setting! Register now and join the IronHike family in this epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie.
Whether you're looking to conquer the KUWOHI 12-Hour challenge covering 15 miles and a staggering 7,140 feet of elevation or take on the ultimate EVEREST 72-Hour adventure with over 61 miles and a jaw-dropping 29,155 feet in elevation gain, there's something for everyone. Participants can choose to go solo, team up as Trail Buddies, or form a Trail Family for shared endurance experiences. This isn’t just about racing against the clock; it’s about proving yourself right and finding your tribe in a community of like-minded mountain athletes. Don’t miss out on this inspiring opportunity to earn every ascent and descent in an unforgettable natural setting! Register now and join the IronHike family in this epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie.
Organiser's Description
...the
"prove yourself right about you"
Endurance Event Series where the only competitor is yesterday's you.
"Don't let the word Hike fool ya, these are trail runs you will power-hike for sure!"
Elena S. IronHike Kuwohi Finisher.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete on self-powered elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes forming a new Tribe on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every descent on elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall CT]
Not Sure Where to Start? Start Here. [https://www.ironhike.com/registermohawkfall]
YOUR FIRST SUMMIT OR THE HARDEST ENDURANCE EVENT ON EARTH.
BOTH LIVE HERE.
IronHike is a VETERAN-OWNED ELEVATION-BASED ENDURANCE EVENT series and New England's premier vertical trail endurance event series. No gondola, no shortcuts. EARN EVERY UP AND EVERY DOWN. The self-powered Everesting alternative on the East Coast. You earn every descent.
If you've done 5Ks, half marathons, or weekend hikes and keep asking what's next this is what's next. No running required. If you can walk up a mountain repeatedly, you can do this.
You won't go up alone. The Tribe is already there at 2 AM, at the base, on the trail. SHARED SUFFERING BUILDS SOMETHING THAT FINISH-LINE MEDALS DON'T.
Individual registrations from $145.
Veterans, Military & First Responders from $75 with code BRAVE70.
All athletes get $50 OFF with code REG50.
"The descent is harder than the climb. The mental battle is the real deal."
Denali Participant, 2024.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on multi-day elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area Cornwall CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every vertical foot on veteran-owned endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
FALL 2026 | WHEN AND WHERE
For four days, October 1-4, 2026, we rent MOHAWK MOUNTAIN SKI AREA IN CORNWALL, CONNECTICUT, so you can conquer IronHike. Fall in the LITCHFIELD HILLS means peak foliage, crisp mountain air, covered bridges draped in color, and farm-to-table harvests minutes from the mountain. October is when the mountain is at its most dramatic, and so is the Mountain Athlete in you.
Mohawk Mountain Ski Area46 Great Hollow Rd, Cornwall, Connecticut
October 1-4, 2026Multi-day vertical trail endurance Event
Under 2.5 Hours from NYC & BostonShort drive. Hard mountain.
airplane Nearest AirportsBradley Int'l (BDL) 45 min . Westchester (HPN) 60 min . JFK/LGA/EWR 90 min
Stay NearbyCornwall Inn, Litchfield Inn, and B&Bs in the Litchfield Hills within 15 minutes
tent Tenting On-MountainIncluded with registration. Stay close to the action.
Join a Tribe of Mountain Athletes from 29 states and 3 countries.
CHECK MARK BUTTON WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR FALL 2026 REGISTRATION
tent TENTING SPACE ON-MOUNTAIN. Included for you and up to 6 spectators at no extra charge.
BASE AREA SUPPORT STATION. Shade, fire pit, hydration, snacks, and Tribe camaraderie.
PERSONALIZED EVENT BIBS, SUMMIT TOKENS, FINISHER'S MEDALS, AND HATS.
CUSTOM TRAINING PLANS. Designed by Chaski Endurance Collective.
EXCLUSIVE MOHAWK MOUNTAIN ACCESS. For athletes, teams, and spectators.
SKI PATROL MEDICAL SUPPORT. On-mountain throughout the Event.
MOUNTAIN ATHLETE TRIBE COMMUNITY CALLS. Pre-event preparation and post-event connection.
FREE PARKING, SPECTATOR AREAS, AND RESTROOMS at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area.
A new Tribe. Bragging rights. Proof.
[IronHike Trail Family FlexRelay team on elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area Cornwall CT]
"One purpose: To crush that damn mountain. And we did."
Everest Finisher, 2025.
CHOOSE YOUR SUMMIT
SOLO. Go it alone, but surrounded by a Tribe.
TRAIL BUDDY. Partner up for shared endurance.
TRAIL FAMILY. A FlexRelay team of four tackling mileage and elevation together.
Each Event uses our FLEXRELAY FORMAT self-managed pacing, no minimum laps per person. Some Events require night trekking by headlamp. The down is not a gift. You own every descent.
KUWOHI 12-Hour | 15 Miles | 7,140' | The entry point. Your first vertical endurance Event in Connecticut.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sat, Oct 3 @ Midnight
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062365] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062366] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062367]
DOUBLE KUWOHI 24-Hour | 28+ Miles | 13,685' | A full day and night on the mountain.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062368] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062369] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062370]
ANSWER THE BELL ULTRA - BASIC 24-Hour | 28.8 Miles | 14,400' | Backyard ultra format on a real mountain.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062363]
DENALI 48-Hour | 43+ Miles | 20,825' | Two days, two nights, no shortcuts.
IronHikers Away: Fri, Oct 2 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062371] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062372] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062373]
EVEREST 72-Hour | 61+ Miles | 29,155' | The authentic self-powered Everesting alternative. The 29029 alternative where you earn every descent.
IronHikers Away: Thu, Oct 1 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062374] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062375] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062376]
ANSWER THE BELL ULTRA - FULL 84-Hour | 100.8 Miles | 50,400' | On the hour. Every hour. Until you can't.
IronHikers Away: Wed, Sept 30 @ Midnight | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062364]
OLYMPUS MONS ULTRA 84-Hour | 152+ Miles | 72,590' | Named for the tallest volcano in the solar system. Recognized among the Top 4 Hardest Ultra Events in the World. Powered by Skratch Labs.
IronHikers Away: Wed, Sept 30 @ Midnight | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062377] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062378] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062379]
CHOOSE HARDER. CHOOSE YOUR SUMMIT
NO PODIUM. NO RECORDS. NO AGE GROUP AWARDS.
YOUR ONLY COMPETITION: yesterday's version of you.
SUMMIT, DESCEND, REPEAT. Reach the elevation equivalent of your Event's namesake mountain. Self-manage your rest, pace, fuel, and hydration. That's all part of the journey.
Are you ready? THIS IS IRONHIKE. Choose harder. Find your Tribe.
"If you want glamping, go somewhere else. IronHike is for the gritty."
Olympus Mons Athlete, 2025.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every vertical foot on self-powered elevation endurance Event Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on veteran-owned multi-day endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on elevation gain endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT USA]
"I thought I was signing up for an ultra. I ended up finding my Tribe."
Patty M. IronHike Denali Athlete.
Curious about Spring 2026? Take a look. [https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/MohawkMtnSkiAreaCornwall/ironhikemohawkspring?rsus=500-400-97c7fd86-e8e0-4da9-a285-8c72c0c1583f]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete summit moment on multi-day endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
WHAT TO KNOW
Mountain Athletes' Guide Mohawk Mountain
Everything you need to know about the course, the venue, training, gear, and what to expect on the mountain. Read it before you arrive.
Read the Mountain Athletes' Guide [https://www.ironhike.com/guide]
The FlexRelay Format
At IronHike we use a FlexRelay format for each of our Events. We call them FlexRelays because they are flexible. Each team member, whether in the Trail Buddy or Trail Family event, has no minimum or maximum laps, mileage, elevation, or time on the course. Teams manage who is on the mountain for how long and when, according to conditions, fitness levels, and the needs of the team.
Common Questions
DO I NEED TO BE A RUNNER? No. IronHike is a hiking Event. If you can walk up a mountain repeatedly and keep moving, you can do this. Running is never required.
WHAT IF I CAN'T FINISH? Every lap is earned. There is no shame in stopping. Every Mountain Athlete sets their own ceiling the Event ends when you decide it ends, or when the Final Bell rings.
Cancellations, Deferrals & Transfers
POLICY: No refunds, deferrals, or transfers between series. Upon request, you may receive an 80% credit toward any future event (no expiration). All sales final.
We do not offer refunds or deferrals. However, if you are unable to attend your registered event, we can provide a single-use coupon for 80% off any future registration with no expiration date. The remaining 20% acts as a change fee to help cover overhead and processing fees. Transfers within the same series are allowed on a case-by-case basis.
Course Details Mohawk Mountain
Mohawk Mountain is a Cornwall, Litchfield County, Connecticut ski area built on the northwest slope of Mohawk Mountain by Walt Schoenknecht in 1947. Full History up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/history/]
TRAIL: Up and down Mohawk Mountain ski trail | LAP DISTANCE: 1.25 miles | ELEVATION GAIN/LOSS PER LAP: 595 feet
SUMMIT DISTANCE: 0.625 mi | DESCENT DISTANCE: 0.625 mi | BASECAMP ELEVATION: 920 ft | SUMMIT ELEVATION: 1,600 ft
PRIMARY AIRPORT: Bradley International (BDL) 1 hr 4 min (44.5 miles)
DRIVE TIMES: Hartford, CT 1 hr | Springfield, MA 1 hr 16 min | New York City 2 hr 20 min | Boston, MA 2 hr 35 min
Drone Policy up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/drone-policy/] | Lodging up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/attractions/area-lodging/] | Outdoor Activities up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/get-outside/] | Dining up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/attractions/area-dining/] | Shopping up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/local-shops/] | Leaf Peeping up-right arrow [https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/connecticuts-foliage-tracker]
View Event Photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/CT/MohawkMtnSkiAreaCornwall/ironhikemohawkfall]
IronHike Endurance Productions
Who We Are IronHike Endurance Productions is a veteran-owned endurance event series and US Army veteran endurance event producer. A military veteran endurance event series built on US Army veteran leadership and Appalachian Trail culture. Personal transformation endurance event series rooted in shared suffering and a Tribe of limit pushers. US Military veteran built, owned, and operated.
What Makes Us Different No gondola, no shortcuts. Self-powered Everesting, earned one lap at a time. Earn every foot of elevation on the way up and the way down. The authentic Everesting alternative on the East Coast. Not a race endurance event. No podium. You vs you mountain event. Prove yourself right.
The Events Seven elevation-based endurance events from 12 to 84 hours. FlexRelay format: solo or team participation. Vertical gain from 7,140 to 72,590 feet. Backyard ultra on a mountain. Last one standing elevation format. The 29029 Everesting alternative. Barkley Marathons alternative. The hardest endurance hiking event USA.
The Place IronHike Fall 2026 takes place October 1-4 at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, Connecticut. Cornwall Connecticut endurance event in the Litchfield Hills. Self-powered Everesting Connecticut fall. Everesting New England October 2026. Elevation endurance event Connecticut fall. Multi-day mountain endurance event fall foliage. Mohawk Mountain endurance event October 2026. Endurance hiking event USA.
US Military Veteran built, owned, and operated.
Trail-proven and tribe-approved.
All rights reserved by IronHike Endurance Productions, LLC. 2023 thru 2026. balance scale
"prove yourself right about you"
Endurance Event Series where the only competitor is yesterday's you.
"Don't let the word Hike fool ya, these are trail runs you will power-hike for sure!"
Elena S. IronHike Kuwohi Finisher.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete on self-powered elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes forming a new Tribe on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every descent on elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall CT]
Not Sure Where to Start? Start Here. [https://www.ironhike.com/registermohawkfall]
YOUR FIRST SUMMIT OR THE HARDEST ENDURANCE EVENT ON EARTH.
BOTH LIVE HERE.
IronHike is a VETERAN-OWNED ELEVATION-BASED ENDURANCE EVENT series and New England's premier vertical trail endurance event series. No gondola, no shortcuts. EARN EVERY UP AND EVERY DOWN. The self-powered Everesting alternative on the East Coast. You earn every descent.
If you've done 5Ks, half marathons, or weekend hikes and keep asking what's next this is what's next. No running required. If you can walk up a mountain repeatedly, you can do this.
You won't go up alone. The Tribe is already there at 2 AM, at the base, on the trail. SHARED SUFFERING BUILDS SOMETHING THAT FINISH-LINE MEDALS DON'T.
Individual registrations from $145.
Veterans, Military & First Responders from $75 with code BRAVE70.
All athletes get $50 OFF with code REG50.
"The descent is harder than the climb. The mental battle is the real deal."
Denali Participant, 2024.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on multi-day elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area Cornwall CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every vertical foot on veteran-owned endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
FALL 2026 | WHEN AND WHERE
For four days, October 1-4, 2026, we rent MOHAWK MOUNTAIN SKI AREA IN CORNWALL, CONNECTICUT, so you can conquer IronHike. Fall in the LITCHFIELD HILLS means peak foliage, crisp mountain air, covered bridges draped in color, and farm-to-table harvests minutes from the mountain. October is when the mountain is at its most dramatic, and so is the Mountain Athlete in you.
Mohawk Mountain Ski Area46 Great Hollow Rd, Cornwall, Connecticut
October 1-4, 2026Multi-day vertical trail endurance Event
Under 2.5 Hours from NYC & BostonShort drive. Hard mountain.
airplane Nearest AirportsBradley Int'l (BDL) 45 min . Westchester (HPN) 60 min . JFK/LGA/EWR 90 min
Stay NearbyCornwall Inn, Litchfield Inn, and B&Bs in the Litchfield Hills within 15 minutes
tent Tenting On-MountainIncluded with registration. Stay close to the action.
Join a Tribe of Mountain Athletes from 29 states and 3 countries.
CHECK MARK BUTTON WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR FALL 2026 REGISTRATION
tent TENTING SPACE ON-MOUNTAIN. Included for you and up to 6 spectators at no extra charge.
BASE AREA SUPPORT STATION. Shade, fire pit, hydration, snacks, and Tribe camaraderie.
PERSONALIZED EVENT BIBS, SUMMIT TOKENS, FINISHER'S MEDALS, AND HATS.
CUSTOM TRAINING PLANS. Designed by Chaski Endurance Collective.
EXCLUSIVE MOHAWK MOUNTAIN ACCESS. For athletes, teams, and spectators.
SKI PATROL MEDICAL SUPPORT. On-mountain throughout the Event.
MOUNTAIN ATHLETE TRIBE COMMUNITY CALLS. Pre-event preparation and post-event connection.
FREE PARKING, SPECTATOR AREAS, AND RESTROOMS at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area.
A new Tribe. Bragging rights. Proof.
[IronHike Trail Family FlexRelay team on elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area Cornwall CT]
"One purpose: To crush that damn mountain. And we did."
Everest Finisher, 2025.
CHOOSE YOUR SUMMIT
SOLO. Go it alone, but surrounded by a Tribe.
TRAIL BUDDY. Partner up for shared endurance.
TRAIL FAMILY. A FlexRelay team of four tackling mileage and elevation together.
Each Event uses our FLEXRELAY FORMAT self-managed pacing, no minimum laps per person. Some Events require night trekking by headlamp. The down is not a gift. You own every descent.
KUWOHI 12-Hour | 15 Miles | 7,140' | The entry point. Your first vertical endurance Event in Connecticut.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sat, Oct 3 @ Midnight
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062365] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062366] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062367]
DOUBLE KUWOHI 24-Hour | 28+ Miles | 13,685' | A full day and night on the mountain.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062368] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062369] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062370]
ANSWER THE BELL ULTRA - BASIC 24-Hour | 28.8 Miles | 14,400' | Backyard ultra format on a real mountain.
IronHikers Away: Sat, Oct 3 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062363]
DENALI 48-Hour | 43+ Miles | 20,825' | Two days, two nights, no shortcuts.
IronHikers Away: Fri, Oct 2 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062371] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062372] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062373]
EVEREST 72-Hour | 61+ Miles | 29,155' | The authentic self-powered Everesting alternative. The 29029 alternative where you earn every descent.
IronHikers Away: Thu, Oct 1 @ Noon | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062374] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062375] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062376]
ANSWER THE BELL ULTRA - FULL 84-Hour | 100.8 Miles | 50,400' | On the hour. Every hour. Until you can't.
IronHikers Away: Wed, Sept 30 @ Midnight | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062364]
OLYMPUS MONS ULTRA 84-Hour | 152+ Miles | 72,590' | Named for the tallest volcano in the solar system. Recognized among the Top 4 Hardest Ultra Events in the World. Powered by Skratch Labs.
IronHikers Away: Wed, Sept 30 @ Midnight | Final Bell: Sun, Oct 4 @ Noon
Claim Your Spot.
Solo [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062377] Trail Buddy [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062378] Trail Family [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=174122&eventId=1062379]
CHOOSE HARDER. CHOOSE YOUR SUMMIT
NO PODIUM. NO RECORDS. NO AGE GROUP AWARDS.
YOUR ONLY COMPETITION: yesterday's version of you.
SUMMIT, DESCEND, REPEAT. Reach the elevation equivalent of your Event's namesake mountain. Self-manage your rest, pace, fuel, and hydration. That's all part of the journey.
Are you ready? THIS IS IRONHIKE. Choose harder. Find your Tribe.
"If you want glamping, go somewhere else. IronHike is for the gritty."
Olympus Mons Athlete, 2025.
[IronHike Mountain Athlete earning every vertical foot on self-powered elevation endurance Event Mohawk Mountain CT]
[IronHike Mountain Athletes on veteran-owned multi-day endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on elevation gain endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT USA]
"I thought I was signing up for an ultra. I ended up finding my Tribe."
Patty M. IronHike Denali Athlete.
Curious about Spring 2026? Take a look. [https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/MohawkMtnSkiAreaCornwall/ironhikemohawkspring?rsus=500-400-97c7fd86-e8e0-4da9-a285-8c72c0c1583f]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete on multi-day vertical endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete summit moment on multi-day endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain Cornwall Connecticut]
[IronHike Mountain Athlete pushing personal limits on self-powered elevation endurance Event at Mohawk Mountain CT]
WHAT TO KNOW
Mountain Athletes' Guide Mohawk Mountain
Everything you need to know about the course, the venue, training, gear, and what to expect on the mountain. Read it before you arrive.
Read the Mountain Athletes' Guide [https://www.ironhike.com/guide]
The FlexRelay Format
At IronHike we use a FlexRelay format for each of our Events. We call them FlexRelays because they are flexible. Each team member, whether in the Trail Buddy or Trail Family event, has no minimum or maximum laps, mileage, elevation, or time on the course. Teams manage who is on the mountain for how long and when, according to conditions, fitness levels, and the needs of the team.
Common Questions
DO I NEED TO BE A RUNNER? No. IronHike is a hiking Event. If you can walk up a mountain repeatedly and keep moving, you can do this. Running is never required.
WHAT IF I CAN'T FINISH? Every lap is earned. There is no shame in stopping. Every Mountain Athlete sets their own ceiling the Event ends when you decide it ends, or when the Final Bell rings.
Cancellations, Deferrals & Transfers
POLICY: No refunds, deferrals, or transfers between series. Upon request, you may receive an 80% credit toward any future event (no expiration). All sales final.
We do not offer refunds or deferrals. However, if you are unable to attend your registered event, we can provide a single-use coupon for 80% off any future registration with no expiration date. The remaining 20% acts as a change fee to help cover overhead and processing fees. Transfers within the same series are allowed on a case-by-case basis.
Course Details Mohawk Mountain
Mohawk Mountain is a Cornwall, Litchfield County, Connecticut ski area built on the northwest slope of Mohawk Mountain by Walt Schoenknecht in 1947. Full History up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/history/]
TRAIL: Up and down Mohawk Mountain ski trail | LAP DISTANCE: 1.25 miles | ELEVATION GAIN/LOSS PER LAP: 595 feet
SUMMIT DISTANCE: 0.625 mi | DESCENT DISTANCE: 0.625 mi | BASECAMP ELEVATION: 920 ft | SUMMIT ELEVATION: 1,600 ft
PRIMARY AIRPORT: Bradley International (BDL) 1 hr 4 min (44.5 miles)
DRIVE TIMES: Hartford, CT 1 hr | Springfield, MA 1 hr 16 min | New York City 2 hr 20 min | Boston, MA 2 hr 35 min
Drone Policy up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/drone-policy/] | Lodging up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/attractions/area-lodging/] | Outdoor Activities up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/get-outside/] | Dining up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/attractions/area-dining/] | Shopping up-right arrow [https://www.mohawkmtn.com/local-shops/] | Leaf Peeping up-right arrow [https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/connecticuts-foliage-tracker]
View Event Photos [https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/CT/MohawkMtnSkiAreaCornwall/ironhikemohawkfall]
IronHike Endurance Productions
Who We Are IronHike Endurance Productions is a veteran-owned endurance event series and US Army veteran endurance event producer. A military veteran endurance event series built on US Army veteran leadership and Appalachian Trail culture. Personal transformation endurance event series rooted in shared suffering and a Tribe of limit pushers. US Military veteran built, owned, and operated.
What Makes Us Different No gondola, no shortcuts. Self-powered Everesting, earned one lap at a time. Earn every foot of elevation on the way up and the way down. The authentic Everesting alternative on the East Coast. Not a race endurance event. No podium. You vs you mountain event. Prove yourself right.
The Events Seven elevation-based endurance events from 12 to 84 hours. FlexRelay format: solo or team participation. Vertical gain from 7,140 to 72,590 feet. Backyard ultra on a mountain. Last one standing elevation format. The 29029 Everesting alternative. Barkley Marathons alternative. The hardest endurance hiking event USA.
The Place IronHike Fall 2026 takes place October 1-4 at Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Cornwall, Connecticut. Cornwall Connecticut endurance event in the Litchfield Hills. Self-powered Everesting Connecticut fall. Everesting New England October 2026. Elevation endurance event Connecticut fall. Multi-day mountain endurance event fall foliage. Mohawk Mountain endurance event October 2026. Endurance hiking event USA.
US Military Veteran built, owned, and operated.
Trail-proven and tribe-approved.
All rights reserved by IronHike Endurance Productions, LLC. 2023 thru 2026. balance scale
Races
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Answer the Bell Ultra - Basic - 28.8 Miles | 14,400' Elevation | 24 Hour
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$445.00
The IronHike Answer the Bell Basic Ultra is a relentless 24-hour endurance challenge where participants hike 1.2 miles with 600 feet of elevation gain and loss every hour, on the hour, for a full day. Its a concentrated test of grit, discipline, and strategyperfect for building resilience, raising funds with purpose, or proving to yourself that you can go the distance. Do you have what it takes to answer the bellfor 24 straight hours? -
Answer the Bell Ultra - Full - 100+ Miles | 50,400' Elevation | 84-Hour
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$1,195.00
The IronHike Answer the Bell Full Ultra is a grueling multi-day endurance challenge where participants hike 1.2 miles with 600 feet of elevation gain and loss every hour, on the hour, for up to 84 hours straight. Totaling more than 100 miles and over 50,000 feet of vertical gain, its a punishing test of discipline, resilience, and strategybuilt for those who push past limits, embrace the grind, and turn suffering into purpose. Do you have what it takes to answer the bellfor 84 straight hours? -
Kuwohi - Individual
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$145.00
7,140 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 12 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 12-hour event. -
Kuwohi - Trail Buddy (Team of 2)
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$238.00
7,140 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 12 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 12-hour event. 2-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Kuwohi - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$435.00
7,140 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 12 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 12-hour event. 3 or 4-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Double Kuwohi - Individual
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$345.00
13,685 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 23 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 24-hour event. -
Double Kuwohi - Trail Buddy (Team of 2)
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$566.00
13,685 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 23 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 24-hour event. 2-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Double Kuwohi - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)
Sat 3rd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$1,035.00
13,685 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 23 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 24-hour event. 3 or 4-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Denali - Individual
Fri 2nd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$1,050.00
20,825 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 35 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 48-hour event. -
Denali - Trail Buddy (Team of 2)
Fri 2nd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$1,722.00
20,825 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 35 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 48-hour event. 2-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Denali - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)
Fri 2nd October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$3,150.00
20,825 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 35 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 48-hour event. 3 or 4-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Everest - Individual
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$1,295.00
29,155 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 49 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 72-hour event. -
Everest - Trail Buddy (Team of 2)
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$2,124.00
29,155 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 49 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 72-hour event. 2-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Everest - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00PM EDT)
$3,885.00
29,155 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 49 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 72-hour event. 3 or 4-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Olympus Mons Ultra - Powered by Skratch Labs - Individual
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$1,495.00
72,590 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 122 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 84-hour event. -
Olympus Mons Ultra - Powered by Skratch Labs - Trail Buddy (Team of 2)
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$2,452.00
72,590 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 122 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 84-hour event. 2-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver. -
Olympus Mons Ultra - Powered by Skratch Labs - Trail Family (Team of 3 or 4)
Thu 1st October 2026 (12:00AM EDT)
$4,485.00
72,590 Feet Elevation Gain and Loss! No flat areas all up and all down. 122 Laps on Mohawk Mountain Trail. 84-hour event. 3 or 4-Person FlexRelay. Your team manages the number of laps each Mountain Athlete does. No min or max laps per person. Perfect for teams of differing skill and fitness levels. One person pays the whole registration fee and the team settles up with each other, after the fact. (No separate checks). Each individual has to register after the first registration and fee is paid, to have each Mountain Athlete sign the event waiver.
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