Rivers Rails

JUST ANNOUNCED: 7 HOUR CUTOFF FOR FULL AND HALF! **We are aware of the Byron Bridge situation. We are operating as if the bridge will be open for the race, though the date has been getting pushed back all year. We are planning an alternate marathon / half marathon route, just in case. ** The Rivers & Rails Marathon is a destination running weekend rooted in landscape, history, and connection. Centered in historic Brunswick, Maryland, the experience reaches into nearby Harpers Ferry and Bolivar, West Virginia—where the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers meet and the rail lines that helped shape America still run. Along the way, runners will encounter scenic stretches of the C&O Canal Towpath, cross iconic bridges linking states and stories, and pass through ground steeped in American history—including landscapes that played a pivotal role during the Civil War, as well as brief touches of the Appalachian Trail . This is a place where rivers, railroads, and history converge in a way few courses can offer. The weekend features a Full Marathon and Half Marathon, welcoming runners of all levels. Thoughtfully designed to highlight the region’s character, Rivers & Rails is more than a race—it’s an immersive journey through natural beauty, rich heritage, and the enduring spirit of the places it connects. Marathon: Cross the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers twice each while exploring Brunswick, Harpers Ferry, and Bolivar. SEVEN HOUR CUTOFF! Half Marathon: Cross the…