Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon/Half Marathon/10k
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Hancock, Maryland
- Price $48.70 - $80.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K on Sunday, October 18th, 2026, in the charming town of Hancock, Washington. Celebrating its 11th edition, this event honors one of Maryland's legendary distance runners, Buzz Sawyer, and takes place entirely on the stunning Western Maryland Rail Trail (WMRT). Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time 10K participant, the USATF certified courses offer a fantastic opportunity for personal bests and even a chance to qualify for Boston!
The marathon kicks off at 7:30 AM, followed by the half marathon at 8:00 AM, and the 10K at 8:15 AM. Hancock is not only the perfect backdrop for this exciting race, but it's also a fantastic trail town with rich C&O Canal history and breathtaking scenery. Don’t miss out on this incredible running experience that combines tradition, community spirit, and the joy of the great outdoors! Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable race day!
The marathon kicks off at 7:30 AM, followed by the half marathon at 8:00 AM, and the 10K at 8:15 AM. Hancock is not only the perfect backdrop for this exciting race, but it's also a fantastic trail town with rich C&O Canal history and breathtaking scenery. Don’t miss out on this incredible running experience that combines tradition, community spirit, and the joy of the great outdoors! Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable race day!
Organiser's Description
THE WMRT MARATHON/HALF MARATHON/10K IS BACK FOR THE 11TH EDITION IN 2026. THE COURSE IS THE SAME, THE HISTORY IS THE SAME, BUT THE RACE HAS BEEN RENAMED FOR ONE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY MARYLAND'S GREATEST DISTANCE RUNNERS AND THE CREATOR OF THE JFK50 MILER, BUZZ SAWYER [https://www.heraldmailmedia.com/story/news/local/2019/02/05/sawyer-dies-at-90-world-ranked-runner-put-washington-county-on-ultramarathon-map/116421022/].
FRANK AND MIKE OF ALTIS ENDURANCE HAVE PASSED THE RACE ON TO KATIE AND ADAM LOWE OF 2LOWE RUN COMPANY [https://2lowerunco.com/] TO CONTINUE THE RACE'S TRADITIONS.
THE BUZZ SAWYER WESTERN MARYLAND MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 10K IS SET FOR SUNDAY OCTOBER 18TH, 2026. THIS RACE TAKES PLACE IN ITS ENTIRETY ON THE FANTASTIC WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL (WMRT) LOCATED IN - WAIT FOR IT - WESTERN MARYLAND.
THE RACE START/FINISH IS LOCATED IN THE WONDERFUL TOWN OF HANCOCK. THE TOWN OF HANCOCK IS A SUPER TRAIL TOWN WITH GREAT C&O CANAL HISTORY AND SCENERY IN ADDITION TO THE WMRT. HANCOCK IS DEFINITELY A PLACE TO VISIT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE TRAILS.
THE MARATHON MD17006NP AND HALF MARATHON MD17005NP COURSES ARE USATF CERTIFIED COURSES. THIS IS A GOOD BOSTON QUALIFYING COURSE!
THE MARATHON STARTS AT 7:30 AM, THE HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00 AM, AND THE 10K START AT 8:15. THE START/FINISH IS LOCATED ON THE WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL JUST NORTH OF C&O BICYCLE AT 9 S PENNSYLVANIA AVE HANCOCK, MD 21750.
FRANK AND MIKE OF ALTIS ENDURANCE HAVE PASSED THE RACE ON TO KATIE AND ADAM LOWE OF 2LOWE RUN COMPANY [https://2lowerunco.com/] TO CONTINUE THE RACE'S TRADITIONS.
THE BUZZ SAWYER WESTERN MARYLAND MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 10K IS SET FOR SUNDAY OCTOBER 18TH, 2026. THIS RACE TAKES PLACE IN ITS ENTIRETY ON THE FANTASTIC WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL (WMRT) LOCATED IN - WAIT FOR IT - WESTERN MARYLAND.
THE RACE START/FINISH IS LOCATED IN THE WONDERFUL TOWN OF HANCOCK. THE TOWN OF HANCOCK IS A SUPER TRAIL TOWN WITH GREAT C&O CANAL HISTORY AND SCENERY IN ADDITION TO THE WMRT. HANCOCK IS DEFINITELY A PLACE TO VISIT FOR THOSE WHO LOVE TRAILS.
THE MARATHON MD17006NP AND HALF MARATHON MD17005NP COURSES ARE USATF CERTIFIED COURSES. THIS IS A GOOD BOSTON QUALIFYING COURSE!
THE MARATHON STARTS AT 7:30 AM, THE HALF MARATHON STARTS AT 8:00 AM, AND THE 10K START AT 8:15. THE START/FINISH IS LOCATED ON THE WESTERN MARYLAND RAIL TRAIL JUST NORTH OF C&O BICYCLE AT 9 S PENNSYLVANIA AVE HANCOCK, MD 21750.
Races
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Marathon
Incl. $5.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$80.50
OPENS 16 MAY 26The race will start at 7:30 a.m. on October 18, 2026. Cutoff time is 3:00 p.m. (allowing for a pace of 17 minutes and 11 seconds per mile). The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750. Participants will run/walk 6.56 miles Southwest (towards Little Orleans) before turning around and traveling 6.56 miles back to the start/finish line. Participants will complete this out-and-back loop twice. Aid stations will be at the s/f line, miles 2, 3.5, 5, 6.56. Participants will pass the same AS on their return. -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$59.30
OPENS 16 MAY 26The race will start at 8:00 a.m. on October 18, 2026. Cutoff time is 1:00 p.m. The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750. Participants will run/walk 6.56 miles Southwest (towards Little Orleans) before turning around and traveling 6.56 miles back to the start/finish line. Aid stations will be at the s/f line, miles 2, 3.5, 5, 6.56. Participants will pass the same AS on their return. -
10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
$48.70
OPENS 15 MAY 26The race will start at 8:15 a.m. on October 18, 2026. Cutoff time is 11:15 a.m. The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750. Participants will run/walk 3.11 miles Southwest (towards Little Orleans) before turning around and traveling 3.11 miles back to the start/finish line. Aid stations will be at the s/f line, miles 2. Runners will pass the same AS on their return.
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