Maryland Turkey Trot 10K
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2026 Maryland Turkey Trot 5k & 10k
The event takes place on November 22 at Carderock Recreation Area along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Towpath in Potomac, MD. Routes run along the C&O Canal path on a light gravel dirt trail; each course is an out-and-back with minimal elevation gain and is described as flat and fast. Walkers are welcome.
Distances
- 5k
- 10k
The 10k course includes four water stations at approximately mile markers 1.55, 2.7, 3.5 and 4.65. The 5k course includes one water station near mile 1.55. Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are located by the main parking lot.
Participants receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (drifit) event shirt, and chip timing. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before November 11; additional shirts may be available after that date on a first-come, first-served basis. Packet pickup is available at the event. There will be no on-site race registration.
The event awards the top three men and women overall and first and second place male and female in age categories 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. Overall top three finishers are not eligible for age-group awards. Live results will be posted on Athlinks and final results with series points will be posted the Monday after the race.
Points from this event count toward the Year‑Long 5k, 10k and Back of the Pack Series and the Fall Series. A virtual race option is available. The event benefits Project Pink Tax, an organization that increases access to menstrual products and raises awareness about period poverty. Parking is available within the recreation area; there are four parking lots and a GPS meeting pin at 38.972563, -77.198738. The organizer operates the event rain or shine; officials may delay or change the event for severe weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
