Greenhorn Adventure Race
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Event overview
The Greenhorn Adventure Race is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, MD. The event is produced by EX2 Adventures and is described as the 11th edition of this race. Entry fee is listed as $85.80 (including a $5.80 fee), with a reduced fee of $54 for ages 1 to 18. Registration opens December 28, 2025. The race has a roughly 4 hour time limit.
Course and format
The race is a sprint-format adventure race with a total distance of roughly 15 miles and multiple disciplines. Distances provided for each discipline are:
- Trekking: ~3 to 6 miles
- Paddling: ~2 mile
- Mountain biking: ~8 to 10 miles
Navigation is described as beginner level, with organizers providing maps. Mountain biking routes include gravel roads, some pavement, and semi-technical singletrack trails. Paddling takes place on a clear lake. Teams may compete as soloists or in teams of two, three, or four; teams may be male, female, or co-ed and must travel together for the entire race. The event notes referral rewards for registrants who refer multiple participants. Place address: Rocky Gap State Park, 12500 Pleasant Valley Road, Flintstone, MD 21530. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
