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Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K Trail Run

Germantown, United States • 7 Nov 2026

Trail Running at Schaeffer Farms

The Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K Trail Run takes place at the Button Farm Living History Center in Germantown, Maryland. This event uses the singletrack trails of Schaeffer Farms, located within easy driving distance of the surrounding DMV area. The race headquarters is situated on a private farm, providing a rural setting for the start and finish area.

Participants can choose from three distinct trail distances:

  • Half Marathon: A course covering 13.5 miles.
  • 10K: A course covering 6.7 miles.
  • 5K: A course covering 3.2 miles.

The event features a charity partnership with Interfaith Works, a local non-profit organization. During the registration process, participants have the option to make a donation to support the services this organization provides to families in the local area. In addition to the in-person races, virtual options are available for the 5K, 10K, and half marathon distances, allowing participation from other locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Maryland Germantown

Race information

Website Registration
14 mi
Half Marathon
7 mi
10k
3 mi
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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