Swain Mountain Race
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Swain, New York
- Price $50.00
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating challenge at the Swain Mountain Race, taking place on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in the stunning location of Swain, Allegany. This epic mountain and trail race spans approximately 6.5 miles, featuring a demanding course that showcases nearly 2,500 feet of elevation gain. Participants will tackle two loops: the first loop, about 1.8 miles, takes you up the mile sweep, while the second loop, stretching approximately 4.8 miles, ascends the formidable Clark and Upper Robinson climbs.
Not only does the Swain Mountain Race promise heart-pounding climbs and breathtaking views, but it also serves as the 2026 USATF Niagara Open and Masters Mountain Association Championships. Post-race festivities will include delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere to celebrate the accomplishment of all runners! Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just eager to enjoy the challenge, this race welcomes all abilities. Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of this thrilling event—register early to secure your spot and take advantage of discounts for USATF members!
Not only does the Swain Mountain Race promise heart-pounding climbs and breathtaking views, but it also serves as the 2026 USATF Niagara Open and Masters Mountain Association Championships. Post-race festivities will include delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere to celebrate the accomplishment of all runners! Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just eager to enjoy the challenge, this race welcomes all abilities. Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of this thrilling event—register early to secure your spot and take advantage of discounts for USATF members!
Organiser's Description
SWAIN MOUNTAIN RACE
The Suffer Fest known as Swain Mountain Race is Back on August 1st!! SMR is a mountain/trail race that will cover approximately 6.5miles up and down the Swain Ski Slopes with nearly 2500ft of elevation gain. This race wont be easy but we can promise it will be epic with lots and lots of steep climbs and descents, so embrace the challenge. The race course consists of 2 Loops, the first loop is approximately 1.8miles and climbs mile sweep. The second loop is approximately 4.8 miles and ascends up some of Swains most challenging climbs including Clark and Upper Robinson.
Post race: cheer in runners with food, drinks, and fun!!!
USATF NIAGARA MOUNTAIN CHAMPIONSHIPS Swain Mountain Race will serve as the 2026 USATF Niagara Open and Masters Mountain Association Championships. The race will also be part of the 2026 USATF Niagara Runner Of The Year Series and Team Grand Prix Series. Due to the sanctioning of this USATF event and hosting the Association Championship Hiking poles are prohibited. Any 2026 USATF member will receive a $10 discount when you use your membership number when pre-registering online.
REGISTRATION
Price increases as it gets closer to race day so sign up early!
PACKET PICKUP
Race Day at the swain ski resort 7:30am - 8:15 am
Race starts at 8:30am!!!
USATF NIAGARA OVERALL AWARDS (Must be a 2025 USATF Niagara Member)
Overall (M/F)
1st TBD
2nd TBD
3rds TBD
MASTERS (M/F)
1st TBD
2nd TBD
SWAIN MOUNTAIN RACE AGE GROUP AWARDS: Top 3 (M/F): 19 and U, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Age group winners will receive!!!
1st place will win: A Jar of Once Again Nut Butter, $20 Gift Card to Rochester Running Co and a Swain Mountain Race Hat
2nd place will win: A Swain Mountain Race Hat
3rd will win: $10 Gift Card to Rochester Running Co
Robinson Climb: The Robinson Climb consists of Upper and Lower Robinson which is the races final climb and is one of Swains most challenging climbs. We will have split mats down at the bottom and top of the climb. The Fastest Male and Female that runs this climb will win a $50 sponsored by Derrick Jones. Robinson is approximately .35miles with 500ft+ of gain, its average grade is 25%. Its not the hardest and steepest climb in the world but it will be a challenge!! Want to just get up the Robinson Climb? Not worried about how fast you go? We will be giving away a Nathans Hand held water bottle for the slowest climb of the day! We appreciate everyone that attempts to tackle this race regardless of ability and we are grateful for your race support!
ROBINSON DESCENT
Like bombing down hill? The fastest down hill split from the Top of Upper Robinson to the finish will win a $50 sponsored by Derrick Jones.
TOMBSTONE REDEMPTION: If you have the misfortune of DNFing the race we will honor you be making a tombstone with your name on it and the race year you DNF. It will then be on display at next years race. If you ever come back and then finish the race you will redeem yourself by winning your tombstone back!!
Sponsors
USATF Niagara
Rochester Running Company
Bergen Elite
Once Again Nut Butter
VJ Shoes
The Suffer Fest known as Swain Mountain Race is Back on August 1st!! SMR is a mountain/trail race that will cover approximately 6.5miles up and down the Swain Ski Slopes with nearly 2500ft of elevation gain. This race wont be easy but we can promise it will be epic with lots and lots of steep climbs and descents, so embrace the challenge. The race course consists of 2 Loops, the first loop is approximately 1.8miles and climbs mile sweep. The second loop is approximately 4.8 miles and ascends up some of Swains most challenging climbs including Clark and Upper Robinson.
Post race: cheer in runners with food, drinks, and fun!!!
USATF NIAGARA MOUNTAIN CHAMPIONSHIPS Swain Mountain Race will serve as the 2026 USATF Niagara Open and Masters Mountain Association Championships. The race will also be part of the 2026 USATF Niagara Runner Of The Year Series and Team Grand Prix Series. Due to the sanctioning of this USATF event and hosting the Association Championship Hiking poles are prohibited. Any 2026 USATF member will receive a $10 discount when you use your membership number when pre-registering online.
REGISTRATION
Price increases as it gets closer to race day so sign up early!
PACKET PICKUP
Race Day at the swain ski resort 7:30am - 8:15 am
Race starts at 8:30am!!!
USATF NIAGARA OVERALL AWARDS (Must be a 2025 USATF Niagara Member)
Overall (M/F)
1st TBD
2nd TBD
3rds TBD
MASTERS (M/F)
1st TBD
2nd TBD
SWAIN MOUNTAIN RACE AGE GROUP AWARDS: Top 3 (M/F): 19 and U, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Age group winners will receive!!!
1st place will win: A Jar of Once Again Nut Butter, $20 Gift Card to Rochester Running Co and a Swain Mountain Race Hat
2nd place will win: A Swain Mountain Race Hat
3rd will win: $10 Gift Card to Rochester Running Co
Robinson Climb: The Robinson Climb consists of Upper and Lower Robinson which is the races final climb and is one of Swains most challenging climbs. We will have split mats down at the bottom and top of the climb. The Fastest Male and Female that runs this climb will win a $50 sponsored by Derrick Jones. Robinson is approximately .35miles with 500ft+ of gain, its average grade is 25%. Its not the hardest and steepest climb in the world but it will be a challenge!! Want to just get up the Robinson Climb? Not worried about how fast you go? We will be giving away a Nathans Hand held water bottle for the slowest climb of the day! We appreciate everyone that attempts to tackle this race regardless of ability and we are grateful for your race support!
ROBINSON DESCENT
Like bombing down hill? The fastest down hill split from the Top of Upper Robinson to the finish will win a $50 sponsored by Derrick Jones.
TOMBSTONE REDEMPTION: If you have the misfortune of DNFing the race we will honor you be making a tombstone with your name on it and the race year you DNF. It will then be on display at next years race. If you ever come back and then finish the race you will redeem yourself by winning your tombstone back!!
Sponsors
USATF Niagara
Rochester Running Company
Bergen Elite
Once Again Nut Butter
VJ Shoes
Races
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Swain Mountain Race
Incl. Pint Glass
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$50.00
OPENS 30 MAR
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