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Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Columbia, Maryland
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K official race logo - running event in Columbia, Maryland
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Columbia, Maryland
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
8 Events: 3.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 9.66 Miles, 16.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles, 6.55 Miles, 6.55 Miles, 13.1 Miles

About Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

All information about this race can be viewed at www.rivalraceseries.com/littlepatuxentriverrun.

VERY POPULAR! Race typically sells out in 10 hours. The 5K race will cap at 250 runners. The 10K/Half Marathon race will cap at 1,000 runners. 

Enjoy nature in one of the most beautiful areas of Columbia, MD. Starting and finishing at the Guilford Pratt Truss Bridge, the half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K (6.55 miles) and 5K (3.1 miles) takes place on the Patuxent and Wincopin trails. The course runs along the Little Patuxent and Middle Patuxent River. The terrain is tame compared to many other trail races. This race is appropriate for beginners and intermediate runners. Registration includes a long sleeve shirt, finisher medal and knit gloves. 

Jan 31 @ 4:00 PM - 5K
Feb 1 @ 9:00 AM- Half Marathon & 10K

Earn 3 finisher medals by registering and completing one of the following:

5K + 10K

5K + Half Marathon

 

Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5KAll information about this race can be viewed at www.rivalraceseries.com/littlepatuxentriverrun. VERY POPULAR! Race typically sells out in 10 hours. The 5K race will cap at 250 runners. The 10K/Half Marathon race will cap at 1,000 runners.  Enjoy nature in one of the most beautiful areas of Columbia, MD. Starting and finishing at the Guilford Pratt Truss Bridge, the half marathon (13.1 miles), 10K (6.55 miles) and 5K (3.1 miles) takes place on the Patuxent and Wincopin trails. The course runs along the Little Patuxent and Middle Patuxent River. The terrain is tame compared to many other trail races. This race is appropriate for beginners and intermediate runners. Registration includes a long sleeve shirt, finisher medal and knit gloves.  Jan 31 @ 4:00 PM - 5K Feb 1 @ 9:00 AM- Half Marathon & 10K Earn 3 finisher medals by registering and completing one of the following: 5K + 10K 5K + Half Marathon  
Columbia, MD

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 8 race distances available for Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K in Columbia, MD. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

5K

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K

How long is the 5K?
The 5K covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the 5K start?
The 5K starts at 4:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K?
Registration for the 5K costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K located?
The 5K takes place in Columbia, MD.

5K - DEFER ENTRY

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K - DEFER ENTRY

How long is the 5K - DEFER ENTRY?
The 5K - DEFER ENTRY covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the 5K - DEFER ENTRY start?
The 5K - DEFER ENTRY starts at 4:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K - DEFER ENTRY?
Registration for the 5K - DEFER ENTRY costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K - DEFER ENTRY located?
The 5K - DEFER ENTRY takes place in Columbia, MD.

5K & 10K

9.66 Miles
Distance
9.66 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K & 10K

How long is the 5K & 10K?
The 5K & 10K covers 9.66 Miles.
What time does the 5K & 10K start?
The 5K & 10K starts at 4:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K & 10K?
Registration for the 5K & 10K costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K & 10K located?
The 5K & 10K takes place in Columbia, MD.

5K & HALF MARATHON

16.1 Miles
Distance
16.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5K & HALF MARATHON

How long is the 5K & HALF MARATHON?
The 5K & HALF MARATHON covers 16.1 Miles.
What time does the 5K & HALF MARATHON start?
The 5K & HALF MARATHON starts at 4:00:00 PM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5K & HALF MARATHON?
Registration for the 5K & HALF MARATHON costs $0.00.
Where is the 5K & HALF MARATHON located?
The 5K & HALF MARATHON takes place in Columbia, MD.

HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY

How long is the HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY?
The HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY start?
The HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY?
Registration for the HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY costs $0.00.
Where is the HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY located?
The HALF MARATHON - DEFER ENTRY takes place in Columbia, MD.

10K

6.55 Miles
Distance
6.55 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K

How long is the 10K?
The 10K covers 6.55 Miles.
What time does the 10K start?
The 10K starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K?
Registration for the 10K costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K located?
The 10K takes place in Columbia, MD.

10K - DEFER ENTRY

6.55 Miles
Distance
6.55 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 10K - DEFER ENTRY

How long is the 10K - DEFER ENTRY?
The 10K - DEFER ENTRY covers 6.55 Miles.
What time does the 10K - DEFER ENTRY start?
The 10K - DEFER ENTRY starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 10K - DEFER ENTRY?
Registration for the 10K - DEFER ENTRY costs $0.00.
Where is the 10K - DEFER ENTRY located?
The 10K - DEFER ENTRY takes place in Columbia, MD.

HALF MARATHON

13.1 Miles
Distance
13.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Columbia, MD
ColumbiaMD
Little Patuxent River Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about HALF MARATHON

How long is the HALF MARATHON?
The HALF MARATHON covers 13.1 Miles.
What time does the HALF MARATHON start?
The HALF MARATHON starts at 9:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the HALF MARATHON?
Registration for the HALF MARATHON costs $0.00.
Where is the HALF MARATHON located?
The HALF MARATHON takes place in Columbia, MD.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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