After discussions with the National Park Service, the trails are heavily shaded and are still considerably icy. With the freezing temperatures scheduled over the night, the park will most likely remain closed. i
As many of you know, we try to hold every event possible and don't make these decisions lightly. The last few weeks have unfortunately seen snowstorms come in late in the week making races quite challenging.
Latest Update from Governor’s Order on 12/10 & Executive Order – While the order still states waves can still be up to 25, we will have waves closer to 10. More wave info will be sent on the night before the race. Please note specific check-in times for each event. Runners cannot check-in prior to their time. 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 also required on NPS-managed lands when physical distancing cannot be maintained, including narrow or busy trails, overlooks and historic homes." There are a few sections of the trail in the race that could be fairly busy and very difficult to stay 6+ feet away from others. We understand no one wants to wear a mask when running, but please abide by this new ruling when you near other runners, bicyclists, and other members of the public.
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k, 10k, & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Winter Series. Find more info about the series here.
Runners Receive:
Finisher’s Coin, 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).
In partnership with EOD Warrior Foundation. The EOD Warrior Foundation (EODWF) serves the EOD community by providing financial assistance and support to active-duty and veteran wounded, injured or ill EOD warriors, families of our wounded and fallen EOD warriors and by maintaining the EOD Memorial. – See more here.
Now offering a virtual run option for those who cannot make it on race day. You will receive a medal.
Want to upgrade your technical short sleeve shirt to a long sleeve tech shirt or hooded sweatshirt? Just add the option to your cart during checkout. This option closes on our guaranteed t-shirt cutoff date 12 days before the event.
Race Start Times
10k - 8am
5k Wave 1 - 8:15am - 3100s
5k Wave 2 - 8:18am - 5800 & 5900s
5k Wave 3 - 8:21am - 9000s
Registration Fees
5k - $25, until Jan 31 ($30)
10k - $40, until Jan 31 ($45)
T-shirts guaranteed to runners registered before Feb 10. 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)