Tough Mountain Challenge

JUL
25
2026
Join an obstacle course event at Sunday River Resort in Newry Maine featuring a 5K course through ski trails and wooded mountain terrain.
Sat 25 Jul 2026

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Tough Mountain Challenge

The Tough Mountain Challenge is an obstacle course event held at the Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine. Since its inception in 2010, the event has utilized the natural terrain of Western Maine to create a course across ski trails and wooded areas. Participants encounter a combination of natural mountain features and custom-built obstacles.

The event features a 5K obstacle course distance. The course is designed to incorporate mountain terrain, mud, and water elements. Participants have the option to enter various waves starting throughout the morning and midday.

Available distances:

  • 5K obstacle course

The event takes place at 15 South Ridge Road. Registration typically opens a year in advance, and the registration fee varies depending on the selected wave. The course is set specifically within the landscape of the Sunday River Resort, utilizing the specific elevation changes and wooded sections found on the mountain. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

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Teams compete on a 278 yard obstacle course featuring hurdles and a water hazard. This unique event in the Maine mountains rewards the winners with their partner's weight in beer and five times their weight in cash.