Potomac River Run Marathon
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Potomac River Run Marathon and Half
The event is a marathon and half marathon held at Fletcher's Cove on the C&O Canal Towpath in Washington, DC (4940 Canal Road NW). The course is an out-and-back route along the Potomac River that is described as flat, tree-lined, and shaded. It is a Boston Marathon qualifying course certified as DC21001RT. Reported elevation ranges from about 12 m to 44 m above sea level.
Distances available:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
Packet pickup is offered in multiple ways: early packet assembly and pickup at ACE Physical Therapy in Falls Church, pre-race pickup at Pacers Running Store in Arlington, and race-day pickup onsite at Fletcher's Cove at picnic tables. A pre-race pasta dinner is held at Big Tony's Pizzeria in Arlington. The organizer is the Safety And Health Foundation.
Awards include cash prizes for the overall top three male and female finishers in the full marathon ($250, $150, $100) and Safety And Health Foundation awards for the top three in 10-year age groups in both full and half marathons. Event logistics note roughly 285 free parking spaces at Fletcher's Cove, with recommendations to carpool and specific drop-off guidance to avoid congestion on the access ramp. Additional event assistance and volunteer support are provided by local running groups and partners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
