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Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K Trail Run

Germantown, United States • 8 Nov 2025

The Schaeffer Half Marathon and 10K Trail Run, hosted by EX2 Adventures, takes place at the scenic Button Farm in Germantown, Maryland. The event features two distances: a 13.3-mile half marathon with 1,000 feet of elevation gain and a 6.7-mile 10K+ course with 500 feet of elevation gain. Known for its twisty singletrack trails and wide-open farm fields, the race offers a fun and challenging experience on some of the best singletrack in the area. Participants enjoy professional race support, well-stocked aid stations, post-race food, music, awards, and a finisher medal, all set in a vibrant, electric atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Maryland Germantown

Race information

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13 mi
1000 m+
Half Marathon 13.3 Miles
7 mi
500 m+
10k++ 6.7 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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