Expected October 2027
Distance
Terrain
The Patapsco Valley 50K & 25K sends runners through the wooded valley of Patapsco Valley State Park in Maryland on October 24th, 2026. The trails roll up and down through mixed forest, with a river crossing and technical downhill sections adding bite to the day, and the scenery changing constantly along the way. Race day is known for generous on-course support, locally brewed beer and homemade chilli at the finish, and straightforward parking at the park. Now in its thirteenth year, it is the flagship event of White Oak Running Company.
Rolling ups and downs through the Patapsco Valley
River crossing
Technical downhill sections
Varied scenery throughout
Start / Finish
Patapsco Valley State Park, Maryland
Patapsco Valley State Park, Maryland
Terrain
Route
Race Day
What you get
Finisher t-shirt
Handmade ceramic mug for finishers
Socks
Technical tee
Locally brewed beer at the finish
On the day
Food vendors
Marshals on course
Before you enter
Other questions
The race is scheduled for October 24th, 2026 at Patapsco Valley State Park in Maryland. The 2026 edition will be the thirteenth running of the event.
Runners describe the course as everything a trail runner could ask for: ups and downs, a river crossing, technical downhill sections and varied scenery through the wooded valley.
Finishers have received original gifts including a handmade ceramic mug, socks and a technical tee, along with locally brewed beer at the finish.
Yes. The post-race spread has included homemade chilli and plenty of other food, and runners regularly mention the quality of the food and the enthusiasm of the support crews.
Yes. The organisers invite people to sign up to run or to volunteer, and the event depends on volunteers helping out on course and around the start and finish area.
Entry fee
Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.Ellicott City, USA
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