Operation Enduring Warrior Half

2027 Operation Enduring Warrior 5k, 10k, & Half

This event offers three distances that run along the Potomac River and the C&O Canal at Great Falls Park Maryland (11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac MD 20854). The courses follow a light gravel dirt towpath with minimal elevation change and are laid out as out-and-back routes. Participants can view nearby waterfalls after the race.

Distances

• 5k
• 10k
• Half marathon

Points from this race count toward the organizer's Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance, and Back of the Pack Series and also toward the Winter Series. Walkers are welcome. A virtual race option is available for those who cannot attend in person. Race registration does not include the park entrance fee; park pass specials including military passes are available through park services.

Runners receive a finisher's medal, a technical drifit event shirt, and electronic chip timing. The half marathon has a completion time limit of 3:15. Water and sports drink support is provided: seven water stations are placed along the half marathon at approximate mile markers 1.55, 2.8, 5.5, 6.55, 7.6, 10.3, and 11.55; the 10k has four stations; the 5k has one station. Gatorade is available at some stations. Restrooms are located near the roundabout. Packet pickup is available at the event and there is no on-site race registration. Live results and final results with series points are published after the event. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second in the listed age groups; overall top three are not eligible for age group awards. Race photos taken by staff are posted after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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