Carderock Half
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2026 Carderock 5k, 10k, Half Marathon
The event takes place on May 2, 2026, at Carderock Recreation Area in Potomac, MD. Distances offered:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
Points from these races count toward the organizer's Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance, Back of the Pack Series, and the Spring Series. Walkers are welcome and a virtual race option is available. Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and chip timing. Packet pickup is available at the event; there will be no on-site race registration.
Course, support, and race services
All three routes run along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal towpath on a light gravel dirt trail. Each course is an out-and-back and has minimal elevation gain. Water stations:
- Half marathon: 10 stations at approximately miles 1.55, 2.7, 4.9, 5.3, 6.15, 6.95, 7.8, 8.2, 10.4 and 11.55 (Gatorade available at some stations).
- 10k: 4 stations at approximately miles 1.55, 2.7, 3.5 and 4.65.
- 5k: 1 station at approximately mile 1.55.
Parking is available within the recreation area across four parking lots; restrooms are by the main parking lot. Live results will be posted online and via a race-day QR code; final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race. Awards are given to the top three men and top three women overall and to first and second place in standard age-group categories; overall top-three finishers are not eligible for age-group awards. Weather-related changes may occur and are communicated to registered entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
