• Terrain and Challenge: The Mount Difficulty Ascent features a rugged course with steep climbs where runners at times need to use their hands to scramble up rocky and potentially snowy slopes.
• Adventure Elements: This race is classified as an adventure run, emphasizing the physically demanding aspects of the course, which includes significant elevation changes and challenging terrain.
• Companion Event: Held concurrently with the Rustic Run and Walk, which offers a less demanding running experience.
• Organized by: Highland Events, known for managing extreme and challenging outdoor races.