Trail Running calendar near Darlington 2026-2027

A 5K and a half marathon along the C&O Canal in Georgetown on January 17, 2027, with virtual options and points toward year-long series.

A January running event in Bethesda with 5K, 10K and half marathon courses at Carderock Recreation Area, plus virtual options and series points.

A 10 mile trail race at French Creek State Park on February 7, 2027 featuring rocky trails, two water stops, tiered entry fees and awards across age and clydesdale categories.

A scenic Potomac River road race in Potomac, MD offering 5K, 10K, half marathon and virtual options with walkers and strollers welcome.

A 50 km trail run at Hashawha Environmental Center in Westminster MD, featuring varied single-track, open fields, stream crossings and 5 aid stations. Entry for 2027 uses a lottery opening January 1, with indoor facilities and hot post-race..

The RRCA Club Challenge will take place in Columbia on Sunday 28 February 2027. You can run 10 miles.

Riverside 8k and 16k in Potomac on February 28, 2027, with courses along the Potomac River and the C&O Canal path running north; nearby waterfalls and virtual participation options are available, and walkers are welcome.

A back-to-basics trail event at Blue Marsh Lake on March 6, 2027, offering 20 and 40 mile single-track courses with aid stations every three miles and a lollipop course layout; the 40 mile is two loops with drop bag access at mile 20.

An annual eight hour timed trail event on a 5.5 mile loop at Little Bennett Park in Clarksburg, MD with mostly single-track trails.

A chip timed 5k at Armstrong Valley Winery on March 13, 2027, following a cross country route through vineyards. Registration includes a T shirt, collapsible wine glass, finisher medal and a pour of wine; minors receive a discounted packet..

St. Patrick's Half and Marathon in Georgetown, Washington DC features races along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, a Boston qualifying full marathon, and virtual participation options.

A spring trail 50K at Susquehanna State Park with two identical loops, about 4,300 feet of climbing and several stream crossings, supported by aid stations and volunteers.

Genesee Valley Ultra is a timed loop trail event at Genesee Valley Outdoor Learning Center in Parkton, MD. Runners choose 24 hour, 12 hour, or 6 hour formats to complete as many laps as possible on a 2 mile loop, with chip timing and awards..

A weeklong track ultramarathon at Cooper River Park with events from 6 hours to 144 hours on a USATF-certified 399.519 m track, chip timing, catered meals, vegan-friendly aid, and awards for milestone distances.

A turtle themed 5K at Hopkins Farm Brewery in Havre De Grace raising funds and awareness for the Susquehannock Wildlife Society. The trail race includes wooden participant medals, costume prizes, and an after party with live music.

A trail marathon and half marathon in Wissahickon Valley Park on April 10, 2027, featuring technical single track trails and significant climbing. The event includes race day bib pickup, live accordion music and a post race pizza party.

The Fifth Street Rock Monster will take place in Mertztown on Sunday 11 April 2027. You can run between 5 and 100 kilometers.

Run to Remember in Sykesville uses a 5.25 mile loop at Piney Run Park for 50K, 25K, a 5 miler and an 8 hour challenge. Fees include park entrance, a custom ice bandana and a commemorative mug.

The Spring Hops will take place in Mount Airy on Sunday 18 April 2027. You can run 5 kilometers.

A last person standing endurance race in York, PA where runners repeat hourly loops until one remains. Entries include a designated parking and crew area, an event shirt, and a certified distance card.