This event is an in-person race and all waves will be under a 50-person limit. We will send more wave info out the day before the race, as needed. Limited t-shirts will be available for those who register within 12 days of the race. We encourage participants to bring their own water. Masks are appreciated during check-in, but are not expected during the race.
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k, 10k, & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Fall Series. Find more info about the series here.
Runners Receive:
Finisher’s Medal, Technical (Drifit) Event Shirt, & A Chip Timed Event
Come enjoy this gorgeous 5k & 10k course and the awesome views waterfalls on the Potomac River. Race registration does not include the park entrance fee. Please check here for park pass specials (including military).
Benefiting the Operation Turbo
Now offering a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. You will receive a medal.
Race Start Times
10k - 7:15am
5k - 7:45am
Registration Fees
5k - $25, until Sept 30 ($30)
10k - $40, until Sept 30 ($45)
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Sept 30. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.
Course Maps can be found at:
https://bishopsevents.com/great-falls-va/
Packet Pickup
At the event (one hour before the race starts).
Race Day Registration
There will NOT be race day registration. The park service does not allow it.
Directions to Parking
The race starts and ends at Great Falls Park in VIRGINIA (9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102)