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Care Packages at Carderock

Cabin John, United States • 12 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Care Packages at Carderock takes place at the Carderock Recreation Area in Potomac, Maryland. This event utilizes the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath, providing a setting characterized by flat and fast surfaces. These conditions are suitable for participants aiming for personal best times.

The event offers several distance options to accommodate different preferences:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • Half Marathon

In addition to the in-person races, virtual participation options are available, including categories with or without medals and shirts.

The courses are open to both runners and walkers. The physical location for the start and finish is within Carderock Park along the canal towpath. Registration fees vary based on the timing of entry, with price increases occurring as the event date approaches. Opportunities for volunteering and registration transfers are also provided by the organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Maryland Cabin John

Race information

Registration
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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