Potomac River Run Marathon
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Event Overview
The Potomac River Run Marathon & Half is a 23rd annual running event on the C&O Canal Towpath in Washington, DC. The event offers a full marathon and a half marathon.
Course Details
The race course is an out-and-back route on the C&O Canal Towpath. It is primarily on crushed gravel and is described as flat, scenic, and shaded with views of the Potomac River. The course is USATF certified. The start and finish point is at Fletcher's Cove.
Additional Activities
A pre-race dinner is available at Big Tony's Pizzeria in Arlington, VA. Optional round-trip taxi service from a designated hotel to the start is also offered.
Logistics
Packet pick-up is available at multiple times and locations before the event, including at Fletcher's Cove on the morning of the race. Parking at Fletcher's Cove is limited, so off-site parking options are listed. The closest Metro station to the start is Rosslyn, which is 3 miles away.
Registration
Online registration for individual athletes closes on January 31. Registration fees are listed, with discounts for members of supporting clubs or active duty military. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
