A Challenge Awaits!
The Whiteface Uphill Bike Race will be Saturday, June 7 at 5:30 p.m. Climb 3,500 feet over 8 miles up the scenic Whiteface Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway to the top of New York’s 5th highest peak for a 360° panoramic view of the Adirondacks, New England and Canada. Not a biker? Sign up for the Uphill Foot Race!
Race Details
- The race starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Visitors Bureau, 5753 NYS RT 86 Wilmington NY.
- Packet pick-up is available Friday, June 6 from 4-6:00 p.m. and on race day, Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Whiteface Visitors Bureau (5753 NY-86, Wilmington).
- Packet will include your bib, t-shirt and $15 local dining coupon.
- There will be a bag drop vehicle at the starting line if you desire a change of clothes for the top. Please make sure you have your name and phone number on or in the bag.
- We use a timing mat and do a rolling start instead of a mass start. You will get a timing chip with your bib.
- If you don’t feel comfortable riding your bike back down, you may have someone meet you at the top. We will sell spectator passes for $12 at registration. These are cash only and a per person price.
- Results will be posted online at www.AuyerTiming.com
- For further questions please contact us at info@whitefaceregion.com or 518-946-2255.
If you like a challenge, this is the course for you. This USATF certified course covers 8 miles over an 8 percent grade up Whiteface Mountain's scenic Veterans' Memorial Highway.
Parking
- Overflow: Across from Preston Field (2 Cunningham Lane)
- Extra: Around the Park Road circle
- Please do not park on Park Road or at Fratelli’s Pizza
2025 Sponsors
Thank you to our 2025 Whiteface Mountain Uphill Bike Race sponsors:
Platinum
Gold
Silver
Bronze
Uphill Bike Race Rules
- Helmets are required.
- Each participant is responsible for their own transportation down the mountain at the close of the race. Riding back down is at your own risk, following pacing marshals. A minimum of two brakes is required.
- Bug repellent and warm clothing for the summit are recommended.
- Self-service water stations will be provided along the route. Snacks and beverages will be available at the finish line. A $15 dining coupon for local restaurants is provided to all racers for after the race. This is included in the race fee.
To order photography of the race, check out Pat Hendrick Photography.
Register
Register for the 2025 Whiteface Uphill Bike Race!





Accessibility Information
Details
Venue: Whiteface Mt Regional Visitors Bureau
Address: 5753 Route 86
Time: All Day
Phone: 518.946.2255
Email: info@whitefaceregion.com
Date / Time
Saturday, June 7