DHRT 50K & 3H Half Marathon
Date and Time
Saturday Aug 3, 2024
6:30 AM - 2:30 PM EDT
August 3, 2024
6:30am start for the 50K
7:30am start for the 3H Half
Location
Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, King George, VA
Fees/Admission
50K - $100
3H Half Marathon - $75
Description
Join a bunch of fun-loving people who are as crazy as you are for the 2024 Dahlgren Heritage Rail Trail 50K. The trail is flat, well-maintained, and mostly shaded. But running 31 miles is still crazy. See you on race morning!
The Course
Trail Name: Dahlgren Rail Heritage Trail
Surface: Converted railroad bed. 99.8% dirt, grass, pine needles, crushed stone, small gravel
Setup: The race is an out and back
Elevation: Fairly flat with some gradual inclines and declines. Thankfully trains don't like steep hills.
Time Limit: There is an 8 hour time limit to finish the race.
Support Crew: Crew assistance is limited to aid station locations. All other on-course support is prohibited.
Description:
The race is run entirely on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail in King George, VA which is a converted railroad bed and provides solid footing with little or no roots. This trail is flat, smooth, and fast with a variety of surfaces ranging from dirt, gravel, grass, and pine needles.
The trees along the trail ensure almost 100% shade during the run.