5K Races in Md

Browse 46 5k trail running and hiking routes in Md. Distance range: 2.5 mi to 3.7 mi. Elevation gain: 20 ft to 1,226 ft. Each route includes terrain analysis, elevation profiles, and pacing recommendations.

Key Takeaways

Total Routes

Races / Routes

2 / 44

Distance Range

2.5 mi - 3.7 mi

Elevation Range

20 ft - 1,226 ft

Surface Type

100% Trail

Route Name	Location	Distance	Elevation Gain	Type	Race Date
Browning Run Trail	MD	2.5 mi	115 ft	race	—
Stony Run Path	MD	2.8 mi	226 ft	race	—
Lower Thru Trail	MD	2.5 mi	135 ft	route	—
Stone Barn Loop Trail	MD	2.5 mi	84 ft	route	—
Kinder Farm Perimeter Loop	MD	2.5 mi	82 ft	route	—
Iron Works Trail	MD	2.5 mi	188 ft	route	—
Little Gunpowder Trail: Bel Air to Jericho Bridge	MD	2.5 mi	110 ft	route	—
Hemlock Gorge Trail	MD	2.6 mi	236 ft	route	—
Santee Branch Trail	MD	2.6 mi	205 ft	route	—
Cat Rock Trail	MD	2.6 mi	958 ft	route	—
Little Gunpowder Trail (Harford Rd. to Bottom Rd.)	MD	2.7 mi	47 ft	route	—
Centennial Lake Loop	MD	2.7 mi	114 ft	route	—
Greenburg Challenge Loop Trail	MD	2.7 mi	125 ft	route	—
Little Gunpowder Trail	MD	2.7 mi	223 ft	route	—
Kengla Trail	MD	2.8 mi	36 ft	route	—
Trail Boss Trail	MD	2.8 mi	435 ft	route	—
Boulevard Trail	MD	2.8 mi	346 ft	route	—
Paved Loop	MD	2.8 mi	37 ft	route	—
Rockburn Park West Loop	MD	2.8 mi	188 ft	route	—
Pickall Trail	MD	2.9 mi	164 ft	route	—
Easton Rails-to-Trails	MD	2.9 mi	32 ft	route	—
Blue Trail	MD	3.0 mi	138 ft	route	—
Georgetown Branch Trail	MD	3.1 mi	126 ft	route	—
Grist Mill Trail	MD	3.1 mi	—	route	—
Valley Trail - North	MD	3.1 mi	60 ft	route	—
Stocksdale Trail	MD	3.1 mi	290 ft	route	—
Wildlife Loop Trail	MD	3.1 mi	138 ft	route	—
Evitt's Mountain Trail	MD	3.1 mi	1,226 ft	route	—
South Park Trail	MD	3.2 mi	153 ft	route	—
Wood Marr	MD	3.2 mi	194 ft	route	—
Upper Rock Creek Trail	MD	3.2 mi	117 ft	route	—
The Connector Trail	MD	3.2 mi	450 ft	route	—
Bacon Ridge: Phase 2 - Outer Loop	MD	3.2 mi	178 ft	route	—
Lakeside Trail	MD	3.3 mi	160 ft	route	—
Lake Shore Trail	MD	3.3 mi	38 ft	route	—
Wolf Rock / Chimney Rock Trail	MD	3.3 mi	730 ft	route	—
Mt. Aetna Loop Trail	MD	3.4 mi	416 ft	route	—
White Trail (Mountain Loop Trail)	MD	3.4 mi	526 ft	route	—
Northeast Branch Trail	MD	3.4 mi	20 ft	route	—
White Banks Trail	MD	3.5 mi	391 ft	route	—
Berma Road to Billy Goat Trail Section A	MD	3.5 mi	63 ft	route	—
Northwest Branch Trail	MD	3.5 mi	—	route	—
Lake Bernard Frank Loop	MD	3.5 mi	268 ft	route	—
Shaeffer Farm White Loop	MD	3.6 mi	300 ft	route	—
Wolf Rock / Chimney Rock Loop	MD	3.6 mi	679 ft	route	—
Hogaboom Nature Trail	MD	3.7 mi	52 ft	route	—

Frequently Asked Questions

How many trail races are in Md?

There are 2 organized races and 44 self-supported routes available in Md.

What is a 5K race?

A 5K race is approximately 2.5 to 3.7 miles in distance.

What is the average elevation gain in Md?

The average elevation gain is 245 feet, with routes ranging from 20 to 1,226 feet.

Can these 5k routes in Md be used for hiking?

Yes. 100% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.

Are 5K races beginner-friendly?

5K race difficulty varies widely. Use the elevation gain and terrain analysis to assess each route. Races with lower elevation gain relative to distance and higher runnable percentages tend to be more beginner-accessible.

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