The event, nicknamed “The Denali Challenge” will be held August 14-16 at the resort in the middle of the White Mountain National Forest.

(TRAVPR.COM) UA - July 21st, 2015 - Waterville Valley, NH – With more than a dozen 4,000-foot peaks surrounding Waterville Valley, NH contestants are being asked to climb five of them in a single weekend in a fun hiking challenge.  This is Waterville Valley’s 5 Summit Challenge, a 20,000-foot total that is almost the height of the highest point in the U.S., Alaska’s Mount Denali.

The event, nicknamed “The Denali Challenge” will be held August 14-16 at the resort in the middle of the White Mountain National Forest.

Waterville Valley’s proximity to some of New England’s highest peaks makes it a great location. Participants in the 5 Summit Challenge will hike (or attempt to hike) five peaks. There will be a choice of 13 mountains to climb and the five peaks chosen must equal 20,000’ or higher. 

This year the peaks are:

Tecumseh                              4,003’

Welch                                     2,605’

Dickey                                     2,734’

Snow’s                                    2,800’

North Peak Tripyramid        4,180’

Middle Peak Tripyramid      4,140’

South Peak Tripyramid        4,100’

Mt. Osceola                           4,340’

Mt. Osceola East                  4,156’

The Scaur                               2,200’

Goodrich Rock                      2,200’

Noon Peak                             2,976’

Jennings Peak                       3,460’

Those who conquer five will be proclaimed “Alive After Five.”

The weekend will include intense hiking for some, but will also offer easier hikes for families and entertainment. 

There is no fee to be part of the event. On Sunday after the hikes there will be a barbecue at Legends. There is a $10 charge, which can be paid in advance or at the door.

To sign up or to get more information call 800-Go Valley or go to www.waterville.com

Waterville Valley, New Hampshire’s family resort, was designed and planned as a self-contained, four-seasons destination in the White Mountain National Forest. Today, in addition to world-class ski area, Waterville Valley Resort has award-winning tennis courts, golf, hiking, biking, lodging, cultural activities and summer theater, an indoor ice rink, boating and a skate park. Dining options include both traditional favorites and elegant eateries. For more information, call 800-468-2553 or visit www.visitwatervillevalley.com.

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