This Spring, your miles mean more
Rock Creek Conservancy invites you to join park neighbors to celebrate the unparalleled experience of running in Rock Creek Park at our inaugural Run Rock Creek 5K/10K race on Saturday, May 2, starting at 8:00 AM near the Tennis Center.
Whether you’re training for a marathon or enjoying a leisurely jog on a cool evening, the roads, trails, and sidewalks of Rock Creek are essential to thousands of local runners. Join the race and make your voice heard for the future of running in our park!
With Rock Creek Park being America’s premier urban national park, this isn’t just another race. It’s a chance to run through forest, along water, and inside one of the most beautiful landscapes in the city while supporting and improving the park that makes it all possible.
to ensure your spot in this first-ever, unique race and make an impact for Rock Creek Park and the runners who love it.
Space is limited to 500 runners, so secure your spot today!
REGISTER TODAY
Early Bird Registration (until April 15):
5K Run/Walk: $50
10K Run: $60
Standard Registration (April 16 onwards):
5K Run/Walk: $55
10K Run: $65
to showcase your firm’s commitment to Rock Creek Park and the community!
Become a sponsor
to participate and give back to Rock Creek Park and the community on race-day (without all the running)!
Volunteer
we can’t wait to see you on may 2!
Have a question for the Run Rock Creek race team? Reach out to info@rockcreekconservancy.org
Run ROck Creek 5K/10K: Our Park. Our Future.
Run Rock Creek is more than a race—it’s a reinvestment.
PROTECT: Funds support vital restoration and park care.
IMPROVE: The feedback you provide during your registration guides future park upgrades.
SUSTAIN: Help Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service keep our trails beautiful and safe for everyone to enjoy.
Welcome Spring in Rock Creek Park
Rolling miles alongside Rock Creek
Towering tree canopies forming natural forest arches
Peak spring color, including blooming redbuds, dogwoods, and woodland wildflowers carpeting the landscape
It’s the kind of course where you forget you’re in the city — until you remember how lucky you are to have this park.
Location & Start Time
Race Grounds Entrance and Parking: 4850 Colorado Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015 (close to the Rock Creek Tennis Center and Carter Barron Amphitheater)
Starting Line: Near Picnic Grove 24 (on the west side of the Rock Creek Tennis Center)
First Start Time: 8:00 AM
Last Start Time: 8:30 AM
Course Cleared By: 9:30 AM
Runners Receive
Inaugural Run Rock Creek t-shirt
Time-chipped bib
Awards
Awards will be presented during our post-race awards ceremony. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards will be given to the top 3 men and top 3 women overall in both the 5K and 10K races, as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for men and women in each of the following age categories for both the 5K and 10K races:
19 & Under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
Runners who place top 3 overall in their race are not eligible to also win their age group.
Race-Day Experience
This event is built to feel like a celebration and a day designed for everyone! Before, during, and after the race, you’ll find games and hands-on learning activities hosted by Rock Creek Conservancy and National Park Service staff.
Bring your crew and make a morning of it!
Pre-race warmups: Start strong with instructor-led yoga and stretching.
Walking tours: Follow our park rangers on a guided trail tour to learn more about the Rock Creek you know and love.
Awards ceremony: Help celebrate the race’s top performers in different categories.
Post-race community forum: After the race, join us for a community discussion about ways we can continue to improve the running experience at Rock Creek Park.
Results
Race results will be posted immediately online through the Race Roster registration site.
Protect. Improve. Sustain.
Join us May 2 and Run Rock Creek 5K/10K!