Fallen Soldiers Memorial Half
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Event overview
The Fallen Soldiers Memorial race offers three distances along the C&O Canal in Great Falls Park, Maryland. The course is an out-and-back on a light gravel dirt road with minimal elevation change and runs alongside the Potomac River. Walkers and strollers are welcome. Race registration does not include the park entrance fee.
Distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
The event partners with the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation. A virtual race option is available for participants who cannot attend in person.
Race details
Registered runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt, and chip timing. Packet pickup is available at the event; organizers recommend arriving about one hour before a runner’s event. There is no on-site race registration for this event. Live results will be posted online and via a QR code at the race; final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race.
The half marathon has a 3:15 completion time limit. Water stations are provided as follows: seven stations on the half marathon (approximate mile markers 1.55, 2.8, 5.5, 6.55, 7.6, 10.3, 11.55), four on the 10k (approximate mile markers 1.55, 2.8, 3.4, 4.65), and one on the 5k (approx. mile 1.55). Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in age categories from 19&Under through 70+. Registration fees vary by distance and increase after specified dates. The organizer runs the event rain or shine and will notify registrants if the race is cancelled. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.