About 48 Peaks - part of Do What You Love to End ALZ™
Established as an official event of Do What You Love to End ALZ™ in 2015 (formerly The Longest Day), each summer 400+ hikers climb the 48 4,000 footers in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the quest to end Alzheimer’s and dementia. With each step hikers raise vital funding for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. In 2025, 115 teams raised $215,000 and since its inception, over $1.3 million has been raised for the Alzheimer's Association!
Where there is strength there is hope. 48 Peaks is a reminder that we are strong, we can conquer mountains! Together we will send a message of hope to all those affected that one day Alzheimer’s and all other dementia will be nothing but a memory. JOIN US!
48 Peaks is one of many fundraising activities taking place around the globe in support of Do What You Love to End ALZ: the do-it-yourself fundraising event of the Alzheimer's Association. People pick any activity and date to invite friends, family and communities to participate and donate. It's the perfect way to honor someone you love by doing something you love - like hiking!
The Prizes
48 Peaks Annual Shirt
There is no fundraising minimum for 48 Peaks but the sky's the limit! 48 Peaks participants who individually fundraise $125 will receive our 2026 performance-grade t-shirt AND a ticket to our annual Hiker Celebration!
Those who raise $125 by May 23rd, 2026 will ensure they get their preferred size and shirt mailed by mid-June. Those who raise $125 after May 23rd will still get a shirt, but we cannot guarantee delivery by your hike or the right size. T-shirts are mailed directly to the team captains for those who qualified by 5/23.
Please reach out with any questions!
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. Visit our contact us page if you need further help!
When should I hike?
Any day that works for you and your team - safety first! Our annual Hiker Celebration will be Saturday, June 13th at Ledge Brewing in Intervale, NH so feel free to plan around that date, or any time that works for you this summer! You are welcome to hike all summer long, whenever it's best for you and your team.
What can I hike?
You are welcome to hike any of NH's 4,000 footers (it's okay if we have more than one team on each peak), or Create Your Own Challenge.
Pick whatever is best for you and your team whether it's a Pemi Loop or Mt. Pemi, or anything in between.
What if I don't know what peak I want to hike yet?
No problem! Feel free to register and select "unknown" when selecting your peak. We can always edit that down the road!
What peaks are left?
Check out our Facebook group as we update our "unclaimed peaks". While our goal is to have at least 1 team on each of the 48 all summer long, it's totally okay to repeat! We often have a handful of teams on peaks like Moosilauke and Pierce so choose whatever is best for you and your team.
When will I get my shirt?
48 Peaks participants who individually fundraise $125 will receive our 2026 performance-grade t-shirt! We will be mailing in two batches: Those who raise $125 by mid-May will receive theirs at the beginning of June. Then, anyone after mid-May will be sent on a rolling basis, but we cannot guarantee it's arrival by your hike date.
$125 will earn you the t-shirt and a ticket to our annual Hiker Celebration at Ledge Brewing on 6/13.
Are there teams I can join?
Stay tuned!
How do I sign up as an individual?
During the registration process, you'll get to a screen that says "Create or Join a Team", select "No Thanks" to have only a personal page created.
Become a sponsor
Become a sponsor in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Your support helps fund critical research, provide care and resources for families, and raise awareness through 48 Peaks. Together, we can turn every summit into hope and every step into progress toward a world without Alzheimer’s. Here's why you should become a sponsor:
Connect with a passionate community – Connect with hundreds of hikers and their networks through events and communications.
Show your commitment to a cause – Align your brand with a mission to fight Alzheimer’s and inspire communities.
Join us for our annual hiker celebration!
Ledge Brewing | Intervale, NH
Sat. June 13 | 3:00 - 6:00 PM
The celebration is a wonderful time for 48 Peaks participants to meet other passionate hikers who support our vision of a world without Alzheimer's, and celebrate their hiking achievements. There's great food, awesome prizes, beer, live music, and our amazing hiking community. All registered hikers are welcome to attend, and those who raise $125 will be able to attend for free.
More info to come - we hope to see you at Ledge!
How to get started
Learn about hiking a 4,000 footer or creating your own hiking challenge, plus steps to get started!
Questions? Contact us!
Reach out to 48 Peaks staff partner, Meghan O'Neil, for any questions you have!
