Patapsco Valley 50K
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Patapsco Valley 50K - October 24, 2026
The Patapsco Valley 50K is a trail event held in Patapsco Valley State Park near Baltimore, MD, with race headquarters at CCBC Catonsville (800 S. Rolling Rd., Catonsville, MD 21228). The course for 2026 will be run clockwise and follows well-marked historic trail sections. The event includes five well-stocked aid stations staffed by volunteers, and finishers are offered post-race food and drink.
Distances offered:
- 50k
- 50k Virtual
- 25k
- 25k Virtual
All participants, including virtual runners, receive a Brooks event shirt and an additional event premium. Finishers awards differ by distance: 50k finishers receive a hand-thrown mug and 25k finishers receive a finishers medal. Virtual runners may complete their distance on any course between October 24 and November 24, 2026, and will have their shirt and awards mailed at no additional cost.
Patapsco Valley State Park retains authority over the event permit. A weather backup date of October 25, 2026 is listed; if the in-person event is postponed or canceled, runners unable to attend the backup date will be placed in the virtual category. There are no deferrals. Refunds requested before September 24, 2026 are returned minus $30; no refunds are issued on or after September 24. UltraSignup fees and taxes are non-refundable.
Parking for the event is in Lot 6 at the CCBC Catonsville campus, with start and finish in the multi-use fields near the tennis courts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
