The Juneteenth Half Marathon & 10K runs along the entirety of the Civil War Defenses of Washington Trail (see map inset). Definitely one of Washington, DC’s hidden gems, this beautiful off-road trail traverses between the Anacostia and Deanwood neighborhoods of the District, connecting five Civil War fort sites throughout. Race participants should be cautioned, this is a proper trail run (i.e. dirt, elevation & not for the faint of heart).
Course details are as follows:
Half Marathon: “Out & Back” along the Length of the Trail (1,375ft elevation gain) - Strava Route Map
10K - “Point-to-Point” one-way, northbound along the Length of the Trail (467ft elevation gain) - Strava Route Map (NOTE: shuttles buses are provided to transport 10K finishers back to Fort Stanton Park for post-race festivities)