Jigger Johnson ultra

Trail Running covering 32.2 km to 160.9 km in Waterville Valley (New Hampshire, United States)

Location

Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, United StatesShow on map(43.9501° N, 71.4995° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +6,115 m

Jigger Johnson ultra is an endurance sporting event in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, US focused on Trail Running. Key features include High Altitude, Mountain, Night Run, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 100 mi (160.93 km, +6,115 m D+), Trail 50 mi (80.47 km, +3,058 m D+), and Trail 20 mi (32.19 km, +1,350 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultrasignup.com).

Official website

Jigger Johnson ultra in Waterville Valley (Work: "Table mountain light painting", Photo: Jonathan Beech, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Table mountain light painting" · Photo: **Jonathan Beech** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

High Altitude Mountain Night Run Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 100 mi	Trail Running	160.93 km	+6,115 m	1,150 m - 3,718 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 50 mi	Trail Running	80.47 km	+3,058 m	1,153 m - 2,437 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 20 mi	Trail Running	32.19 km	+1,350 m	1,156 m - 1,723 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

160.93 km

Elevation gain

+6,115 m D+

Elevation loss

-6,115 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 3,718 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

160.93 km+6,115 m D+Peak 3,718 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 3,718 m above sea level (+6,115 m D+, -6,115 m D-)

Peak: 3,718 m·at 54.2 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Jigger Johnson ultra take place?

Jigger Johnson ultra takes place in Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, US (start area at coordinates 43.9501° N, 71.4995° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Jigger Johnson ultra?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 100 mi (160.93 km, +6,115 m D+), Trail 50 mi (80.47 km, +3,058 m D+), and Trail 20 mi (32.19 km, +1,350 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Jigger Johnson ultra?

The main competition (Trail 100 mi over 160.93 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +6,115 m of elevation gain and -6,115 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 3,718 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Jigger Johnson ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (ultrasignup.com).