The 2026 Hill Challenge
Friday 1 May 2026
Contact the BHA at hikebarbados@gmail.com
The latest information can be found in the BHA Facebook Group.
Additional information will be posted here when it becomes available.
About the Hill Challenge
The Hill Challenge is a footrace (hike and/or run) held annually, usually in April or May. The distance is about 21km (about 13 miles) with some 1,100m (about 3,600 feet elevation change). About 70% of the route is on trail, some easy, some technical.
It is organized by members of the Barbados Hiking Association and registration details will be shared here when they become available.
Questions?
Hikers should contact the BHA at hikebarbados@gmail.com
Runners should contact ralf@run246.com
History of the Hill Challenge
The inaugural "To Hill and Back" Hiking Challenge was held on Easter Monday, April 9th, 2012 at 7:00am from Haggatts Factory Yard, St. Andrew. It was organized by members of the Barbados Hiking Association and included 13 miles (21km) with 9 hills of the roughest terrain in Barbados.
Mountain Goats
The Mountain Goat are a loosely organized group of trail runners. Click here for more information.