Welcome to the 13th annual Patapsco Valley 50k AND the 5th running of the Patapsco Valley 25k!

ALL runners, including virtual runners, will receive a high-quality Brooks event shirt, an additional PV50K/25K logo premium item (knit hat, socks, gloves, buffs are examples of previous premiums we have offered), a scenic and historic well-marked trail course, 5 well-stocked aid stations run by some of the best volunteers in ultra-running, post-race food and drink, and a one-of-a-kind finishers award: PV50K finishers receive our famous, unique and coveted hand-thrown mug- 25K finishers can expect an amazing finishers medal when you cross the line. Runners will be going CLOCKWISE on the course in 2026!

Virtual Runners will have from October 24th-November 24th, 2026 to run 50k or 25k on their own chosen course. Anywhere, anytime. Runners will submit their results to the race directors upon completion via the UltraSignup website. Your shirt, finishers award, and other swag will be mailed to you at no additional cost. Virtual runners will receive all of the same goodies as everyone else, with the convenience of being able to run on their own terms.