Speed, Style, and Scraps: The 2025 Cardboard Box Race at Pleasant Mountain!

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10th Annual Cardboard Box Race at Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton Maine featuring creative homemade cardboard sleds racing down the snowy main slope with spectators and mountain scenery

Speed, Style, and Scraps: The 2025 Cardboard Box Race at Pleasant Mountain!

Writer: Gerry Caron | Mar 2, 2025 | 4 min read

Craft Your Craft: The Ultimate Winter Engineering Challenge

Start scouting the recycling bins! On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Pleasant Mountain’s legendary (Nearly) 10th Annual Cardboard Box Race returns for a day of high-energy hilarity and competitive crafting. This isn’t just a race; it’s a test of imagination, physics, and Maine grit as teams pilot homemade cardboard vehicles down the Main Slope.

Whether you’re building a sleek speed-demon or a sprawling pirate ship, this fan-favorite event brings together families, friends, and teams for an unforgettable day of winter fun in Bridgton. Will your creation hold together for 8 seconds of glory, or will it be a spectacular “fold” under pressure? Come find out!

2025 Event Schedule: Mark Your Calendars

The mountain will be buzzing with activity from dawn until dusk. Here is how to navigate the day:

  • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Registration & Check-in at Guest Services. All teams must be registered by 11:30 AM!

  • 12:45 PM: Pre-race gathering and Judging at the Sugar Shack. Show off your design before the speed takes over!

  • 1:00 PM: The Green Flag drops! Racing begins on the Main Slope.

  • Post-Race: Head to the on-site restaurant to warm up and celebrate the day’s winners.

The Rules of the Road: Construction Guidelines

To keep the competition fair and the thrills safe, all “vessels” must adhere to strict building codes:

  • Pure Cardboard Bottoms: The surface touching the snow must be 100% cardboard. No duct tape, plastic, or wax on the bottom!

  • No Reinforcements: Structures must be cardboard-only—no weighting or hidden frames allowed.

  • Safety First: Helmets are mandatory for all racers. A valid lift ticket or season pass is required to participate.

  • Teamwork: Maximum of 4 people per box.

Prizes & Glory: What’s at Stake?

It’s not just about crossing the finish line first—it’s about the “flare”! Awards will be handed out for:

  • The Speed Demon: The fastest team to navigate the Main Slope.

  • The Creative Genius: Recognition for the most unique and impressively decorated cardboard masterpiece.

Destination Details: Pleasant Mountain Ski Resort

The Ultimate Basecamp: Moose River Lookout

Planning to turn your race weekend into a full-scale Maine adventure? Retreat to the premier sanctuary of the Highlands. Moose River Lookout in Rockwood offers an idyllic riverside escape at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

  • Elite Trail Access: Direct backyard access to ITS66 for late-season snowmobiling or the first spring ATV runs.

  • Riverside Luxury: Enjoy a private dock on the Moose River—perfect for a morning cast or watching the sunrise before heading to the mountain.

  • Highlands Adventure: Minutes from the best ice fishing and sightseeing in the region.

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