Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge
Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge is a trail running and running race on October 11, 2026 in Mount Airy, MD, with entry fees from $45 to $70.
- Date
- October 11, 2026 (80 days to go)
- Price
- $45–$70
- Sports
- Trail RunningRunning
From the Organizer
Welcome to the 13th annual Rick's Run!
We are VERY excited to welcome you to join us in celebrating the 13th running of the Rick O'Donnell 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge. After 13 years, we're having just as much fun as we did in 2013, while still honoring the memory of some very special members of the running community.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Damascus 3 Ssw, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mount Airy, MD
City Elevation
658 ft
Nearest Airport
BWI
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 31 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
80
Days to train
- Race
- Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge
- Date
- October 11, 2026
Want more races like this?
Enter your email and we'll send more your way.
From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
More Trail Running races near Mount Airy, MD
Blue Crab Bolt Trail Run - Schaeffer Farms
5K · From $50 · Button Farm Living History Center
18 miles away
Blue Crab Bolt Trail Run - Little Bennett
4 Mile · 10K · From $50 · Little Bennett Regional Park
12 miles away
Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run 5 & 10 K
5K · 10K · From $35 · 5944 Reynolds Mill Road
42 miles away
Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Lake Fairfax
8K / 5 Mile · 10 Mile · From $50 · Lake Fairfax Park
31 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Mount Airy than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
Plan your trip to Mount AiryFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge?+
When and where is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge?+
How do I register for the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge?+
Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge
Oct 11, 2026