Edward L Walls Activity Hall, Elkton MD
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
PHUNT 25K & 50K TRAIL RACE
DISTANCE
- Options: 25K & 50K (two loops)
DATE
- When: Saturday, January 17th, 2026
START TIMES
- 50K: Starts at 8 a.m.
- 25K: Starts at 9 a.m.
- End Time: By 5 p.m.
- CUT-OFF: AS3 at 4 p.m., one hour travel to finish.
LOCATION
- Where: Fair Hill Natural Resource Management Area
- Start/Finish: Edward L. Walls Activity Hall
- Address: Intersection of Ranger Skinner Drive & Kennel Road, Elkton, MD 21921
- Navigation: Use 4640 Telegraph Road for navigation apps.
REGISTRATION FEE
- Online Fee: $40 + processing fee
- Field Limit: Maximum 600 runners, no exceptions.
AMENITIES
- Finishers: All finishers will receive a medal and swag item (buff, beanie, pint glass).
- Facility: Heated activity hall with full kitchen and restrooms, capacity of 400.
- BYOB: Alcohol is permitted at the activity hall.
- Parking: Ample parking available: consider car-pooling.
AID STATIONS
- Locations: Major aid stations at mile 4.3, 7.5, and 11.5 over the 15.6 mile course.
- Start/Finish Area: Acts as an aid station for 50K runners.
- Supplies: Gels, electrolyte drink, water, soda, beer, candy, cookies, chips, bananas, oranges, broth, bacon, grilled cheese sandwiches, and Uncrustables.
- Fire Pits: Each aid station will have a wood or propane fire pit.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
- Terrain: Fairly tame compared to other parks in the mid-Atlantic region.
- Elevation: Gentle rolling hills with climbs not exceeding 150 feet.
- Course Details: 15.6 miles starting/finishing on 0.5 mile of asphalt/gravel.
- Trail Type: Beautiful, single-track trails.
WEATHER
- Conditions: Expect winter weather: average low is 24, average high is 42.
- Historical Weather: In 2014, PHUNT conditions ranged from 6 degrees to 30 degrees with 5 inches of fresh snow.
POLICIES
- Refunds: No refunds, bib transfers, or deferment offered.
- Entry Fee: Considered a donation if you cannot attend.
LINKS
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