Tamarack Resort Hosts Two Weekends of High-Energy RMSHA Snowmobile Races

Elite snowmobile athletes, lift-served viewing, and immersive on-mountain action highlight two consecutive weekends of RMSHA competition at Tamarack Resort.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:18pm

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An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors depicting the dynamic motion and energy of snowmobile racers navigating a snowy mountain course, with blurred figures and trails of light capturing the speed and intensity of the competition.Tamarack Resort's high-energy RMSHA snowmobile races bring an adrenaline-fueled spectacle to the slopes, with top athletes pushing the limits of their machines.Dillon Today

Tamarack Resort welcomed the Rocky Mountain States Hillclimb Association (RMSHA) this weekend for the first of two action-packed weekends of snowmobile hillclimb racing, drawing top athletes and spectators from across the region. The second weekend of races takes place once again at Tamarack Resort on April 3-4, 2026.

Why it matters

This annual RMSHA event at Tamarack Resort is a major draw for the local community and winter sports enthusiasts, showcasing elite snowmobile racing talent and providing a unique spectator experience with lift-served viewing of the high-speed, high-flying competition.

The details

Set against Tamarack's 2,800 vertical feet of terrain, competitors took on a fast, technical course up the Spine and Tango ski trails, delivering high-flying and high-speed finishes throughout the weekend. The event featured a wide range of competitors, with both youth and adult riders competing across multiple divisions. New this year, Tamarack expanded the spectator experience by offering lift-served viewing via the Summit Express, allowing guests and spectators to ride the chairlift while watching the action unfold below.

  • The first weekend of RMSHA races at Tamarack Resort took place on March 27-28, 2026.
  • The second weekend of RMSHA races at Tamarack Resort will take place on April 3-4, 2026.

The players

Tamarack Resort

An independent, all-season ski, golf, and lake resort located 90 miles north of Boise, Idaho, offering recreation, real estate, vacation rentals, event space, and a vibrant alpine-style village.

Rocky Mountain States Hillclimb Association (RMSHA)

An organization that creates, operates, and manages snowmobile Hillclimb racing events in the Rocky Mountain region of the United States, with over 200 active racing members from the Rocky Mountain states and beyond.

Ilya Pearl Edwards

A snowmobile racer from Ennis, Montana who had a standout performance at the RMSHA races at Tamarack Resort.

Garth Kaufman

A snowmobile racer from Alta, Wyoming who had a standout performance at the RMSHA races at Tamarack Resort.

Keith Curtis

A snowmobile racer from Dillon, Montana who had a standout performance at the RMSHA races at Tamarack Resort.

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What they’re saying

“This event brings an incredible level of energy to the mountain, and we're so grateful to be working with a partner like RMSHA”

— Kara Finley, COO of Tamarack Resort

What’s next

The excitement continues next weekend as RMSHA returns to Tamarack for round two of the hillclimb races on April 3-4, 2026. The resort encourages regional riders and community members to come try their hand in the Local's division on Saturday, April 4.

The takeaway

Tamarack Resort's hosting of the RMSHA snowmobile races has become a highly anticipated annual event, drawing top athletes and providing a unique spectator experience with lift-served viewing of the high-energy competition on the mountain.