Gunpowder Trailfest
Parkville, United States • 9 May 2026
Gunpowder Trailfest
The Gunpowder Trailfest takes place in Parkville, Maryland, at Cromwell Valley Park, which is situated within the Gunpowder Watershed. Organized by the Baltimore Road Runners Club, the event brings together runners, hikers, and walkers to support the Gunpowder Valley Conservancy, Cromwell Valley Park, and TALMAR. The initiative focuses on the conservation and stewardship of regional landscapes and waterways.
Participants can choose from several distance options:
- 25k
- 12.5k
- 5k
The 25k and 12.5k routes consist of a 12.5k looped course. Participants in the longer distance complete the loop twice, while those in the shorter distance complete it once. Runners have the option to decide upon reaching the end of the first loop whether they wish to continue for a second loop and will receive an official finishing time for the distance they complete. These courses primarily feature single-track trails characterized by rolling hills, flat sections, and occasional climbs.
The 5k distance utilizes less technical trails. This route includes a specific activity for younger participants, where they can collect stamps at each mile marker in an "Explore Passport" to earn a prize upon completion. The event does not offer refunds, bib transfers, or deferrals, and is centered at 2002 Cromwell Bridge Rd. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.