BRRC Big Gunpowder Trail Race
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GPS Big Gunpowder Trail Race
The GPS Big Gunpowder Trail is a trail running event held on October 18, 2026, at Gunpowder State Park, Belair Road in Kingsville, Maryland. The course distance is 5.25 miles, making it the shortest race in the BRRC trail series. The route features a steep climb near the start, several downhill sections, single-track trail segments, and a faster finishing stretch.
Entry for the event is donation based; there is no registration fee and donations are collected at bib pickup. Online registration details will be provided when available, and race day registration is offered. Parking for the event is located on the east side of Belair Road. If that area is full, alternate parking is available across Belair Road at the Park and Ride next to the Gunpowder Lodge, with a pedestrian underpass to the race site. Parking in the Gunpowder Lodge lot is prohibited and vehicles may be towed.
The event is part of the BRRC trail series and is listed under Grand Prix Series and Race categories. The description focuses on course characteristics and practical information about registration and parking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
