The Patapsco Valley 50K and 25K is a popular trail running event held in Catonsville, Maryland, with the next edition taking place on October 25, 2025. Runners can choose between the 25K, which covers one loop of the scenic course, or the 50K, which challenges participants with two full loops plus a bonus mile. The race is known for its clear course markings, well-stocked aid stations, and supportive volunteers, making it both welcoming for first-time trail runners and rewarding for seasoned ultrarunners. Finishers are celebrated with Brooks tech shirts, unique swag such as hand-thrown mugs for the 50K, and age-group awards, creating a memorable and community-driven racing experience.
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The Patapsco Valley 50K is a challenging ultramarathon in Catonsville, Maryland, featuring two loops of scenic trails with plenty of elevation gain. The course includes rolling hills and technical sections, supported by aid stations and volunteers, with finishers receiving Brooks tech shirts, mugs, medals, and age-group prizes.
The Patapsco Valley 25K is a single-loop trail race in Catonsville, Maryland, offering a scenic but challenging course with rolling hills and technical sections. Runners are supported with aid stations and volunteers, and finishers receive Brooks tech shirts, medals, and age-group prizes.
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FAQs
What is the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
How long is the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
Where does the Patapsco Valley 50K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
How can I prepare for the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
The Patapsco Valley 50K is a challenging ultramarathon in Catonsville, Maryland, featuring two loops of scenic trails with plenty of elevation gain. The course includes rolling hills and technical sections, supported by aid stations and volunteers, with finishers receiving Brooks tech shirts, mugs, medals, and age-group prizes.
The Patapsco Valley 50K is 50km long.
The Patapsco Valley 50K takes place in Ilchester, Maryland, USA.
Runna classifies the Patapsco Valley 50K elevation profile as Hilly.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
The Patapsco Valley 50K is a challenging ultramarathon in Catonsville, Maryland, featuring two loops of scenic trails with plenty of elevation gain. The course includes rolling hills and technical sections, supported by aid stations and volunteers, with finishers receiving Brooks tech shirts, mugs, medals, and age-group prizes.
How long is the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
The Patapsco Valley 50K is 50km long.
Where does the Patapsco Valley 50K take place?
The Patapsco Valley 50K takes place in Ilchester, Maryland, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
Runna classifies the Patapsco Valley 50K elevation profile as Hilly.
How can I prepare for the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Patapsco Valley 50K ?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Patapsco Valley 25km?
How long is the Patapsco Valley 25km?
Where does the Patapsco Valley 25km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Patapsco Valley 25km?
How can I prepare for the Patapsco Valley 25km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Patapsco Valley 25km?
The Patapsco Valley 25K is a single-loop trail race in Catonsville, Maryland, offering a scenic but challenging course with rolling hills and technical sections. Runners are supported with aid stations and volunteers, and finishers receive Brooks tech shirts, medals, and age-group prizes.
The Patapsco Valley 25km is 25km long.
The Patapsco Valley 25km takes place in Ilchester, Maryland, USA.
Runna classifies the Patapsco Valley 25km elevation profile as Hilly.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Patapsco Valley 25km?
The Patapsco Valley 25K is a single-loop trail race in Catonsville, Maryland, offering a scenic but challenging course with rolling hills and technical sections. Runners are supported with aid stations and volunteers, and finishers receive Brooks tech shirts, medals, and age-group prizes.
How long is the Patapsco Valley 25km?
The Patapsco Valley 25km is 25km long.
Where does the Patapsco Valley 25km take place?
The Patapsco Valley 25km takes place in Ilchester, Maryland, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Patapsco Valley 25km?
Runna classifies the Patapsco Valley 25km elevation profile as Hilly.
How can I prepare for the Patapsco Valley 25km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Patapsco Valley 25km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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