Great Falls Half (Half/10k/5k)
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location Potomac, Maryland
- Price $61.99 - $81.25
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Great Falls Half, 10K, and 5K on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in the scenic Potomac, Montgomery. This fantastic event takes place along the picturesque C&O Canal towpath, starting and finishing at the historic Great Falls Tavern. Participants can choose from three exciting race distances: the Half Marathon kicks off at 12:00 PM, followed by the 10K at 12:30 PM, and the 5K at 1:00 PM.
As you race south along the canal, you’ll enjoy the stunning autumn views, with the cool November air and the vibrant scenery making it the perfect time for a fall race. The flat, shaded crushed stone path is ideal for fast times, and every runner is tracked live via Geo.Racing, allowing friends and family to follow your progress in real-time. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved medal and take a moment to soak in the breathtaking views of the Potomac River pouring into Mather Gorge. Don't miss this chance to challenge yourself while enjoying the beauty of nature – register early, as spots are limited!
As you race south along the canal, you’ll enjoy the stunning autumn views, with the cool November air and the vibrant scenery making it the perfect time for a fall race. The flat, shaded crushed stone path is ideal for fast times, and every runner is tracked live via Geo.Racing, allowing friends and family to follow your progress in real-time. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement with a well-deserved medal and take a moment to soak in the breathtaking views of the Potomac River pouring into Mather Gorge. Don't miss this chance to challenge yourself while enjoying the beauty of nature – register early, as spots are limited!
Organiser's Description
Great Falls Half, 10K & 5K
Saturday, November 21, 2026 . Great Falls Tavern, Potomac, MD
Run the C&O Canal towpath along the Potomac, starting and finishing beside Lock 20 at Great Falls Tavern. All three distances head south along the canal past Widewater, Old Angler's Inn and Carderock, then turn for home. The towpath is flat, shaded crushed stone that was built for mules and is perfect for a fast fall race. Late November is the towpath's best season: the crowds are gone, the air is cool, and with the leaves down you get long views of the river.
Every runner is tracked live on Geo.Racing, so your people can follow you down the towpath and be at the line when you finish. Collect your medal, then walk the boardwalk to the Great Falls Overlook and watch the Potomac pour into Mather Gorge.
Start times: Half marathon at 12:00 PM, 10K at 12:30 PM, 5K at 1:00 PM. Finish line closes at 3:00 PM.
Every entry includes: a race shirt, a finisher medal, chip timing and results, aid stations on the towpath, and live GPS tracking. Awards go to the top three men and women at each distance.
Good to know: the field is capped under our National Park Service permit, so register early. The park charges $20 per vehicle (card only) at the Great Falls Tavern gate, and parking is limited, so carpool if you can. The towpath stays open to other walkers and cyclists: keep right and pass on the left.
Presented by Old Dominion Racing.
Saturday, November 21, 2026 . Great Falls Tavern, Potomac, MD
Run the C&O Canal towpath along the Potomac, starting and finishing beside Lock 20 at Great Falls Tavern. All three distances head south along the canal past Widewater, Old Angler's Inn and Carderock, then turn for home. The towpath is flat, shaded crushed stone that was built for mules and is perfect for a fast fall race. Late November is the towpath's best season: the crowds are gone, the air is cool, and with the leaves down you get long views of the river.
Every runner is tracked live on Geo.Racing, so your people can follow you down the towpath and be at the line when you finish. Collect your medal, then walk the boardwalk to the Great Falls Overlook and watch the Potomac pour into Mather Gorge.
Start times: Half marathon at 12:00 PM, 10K at 12:30 PM, 5K at 1:00 PM. Finish line closes at 3:00 PM.
Every entry includes: a race shirt, a finisher medal, chip timing and results, aid stations on the towpath, and live GPS tracking. Awards go to the top three men and women at each distance.
Good to know: the field is capped under our National Park Service permit, so register early. The park charges $20 per vehicle (card only) at the Great Falls Tavern gate, and parking is limited, so carpool if you can. The towpath stays open to other walkers and cyclists: keep right and pass on the left.
Presented by Old Dominion Racing.
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Great Falls Tavern, 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, 20854, MD, United States
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