National Capital 20 Miler
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National Capital 20 Miler and Janet Braunstein 5 Miler
The event is presented as a fall marathon tune-up on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath at Carderock Recreation Area in Potomac, Maryland. It offers a flat, out-and-back course with water and nutrition provided at regular intervals. All participants receive race swag.
Available race distances:
- 20 Miles
- 5 Miles
Standard registration fees are $65 for the 20 Miler and $35 for the 5 Miler. Registration opens on June 1 and closes on July 31. Members of DC Road Runners receive a $15 discount on the 20 Miler and a $5 discount on the 5 Miler.
Prize structure is specified for both races. The Janet Braunstein 5 Miler awards overall male and female placements with cash prizes for 1st through 3rd place. The National Capital 20 Miler awards overall male and female placements with larger cash prizes, additional masters awards, and age-group awards three deep across the listed age categories (19 and under, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70 and over). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
