THE HILLTOP HUSTLE 5K
HOSTED BY FRESH TRACKS RACING
Put a spring in your step and climb from the Valley floor to the Ski Lodge for a view of the valley in full Spring bloom! Starting near the center of town, participants will wind their way up ~300ft of elevation gain over 5k to Waterville Valley Ski Area. Run it, walk it, or crawl it - however you make it, you'll be treated to great views of Spring in Waterville Valley and that sweet sense of accomplishment at the top of this hill climb. Prizes for top finishers overall and in age groups + raffle prizes for everyone!
Registration Fee Schedule
Before April 1st - $30
April 1st to May 10th - $40
Race Day - $45
Kids Run Free!
Waterville Valley Ski Resort is well known for its unique “Kids Ski Free” program. Now introducing, Kids RUN Free! Children under 13 years old may sign up to run in the 1 mile or 5k distances. Kids Run Free participants MUST sign up online or on race day. Parents must register in the adult category to run with their children.
Race Day Schedule
7:30AM Check-in opens
9:00AM Race start
Supporting Pemi-SAR
All your hard work out there will support the Pemigewasset Valley Search and Rescue Team in their mission to help people in need out in our beautiful and challenging landscape. Your support will keep them well supplied with the necessary gear and training to continue their mission. Thank you for all your support, racers!
Results
The races will be digitally timed and results posted soon after the race.
Raffle for EVERYONE!
Stick around after the race to be entered into a free-for-all prize raffle. The raffle will include some great goodies from a range of vendors including Waterville Valley Resort, Sport Thoma, local restaurants, The Dam Brewhouse, and other local races!
Prizes and Age Groups
Top 3 female and male overall
1st age group female and male
Age groups: U19, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Our prize sponsors will be announced prior to the race. Expect goodies like growler fills at The Dam Brew House, gift cards for local gear shops, discounts at local running stores, entries to upcoming races, and much more! Prizes and results will be available at the timing tent shortly after you finish.