3H Trail Half Marathon
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Half Marathon
$60
08/03
7:30AM EDT
Registration Opens November 24, 2023 at 12:00am EST
Open to ages 13 - 99.
Course Description
The race is run entirely on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail which is a converted railroad bed and provides solid footing with little or no roots. This trail is flat, smooth, and fast with a variety of surfaces ranging from dirt, gravel, grass, and pine needles.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - WE ARE STARTING ON THE EASTERN END AGAIN!!!
The course is an out and back that starts at the eastern end of the trail and heads west from the start for ~6.5 miles before turning back. The volunteers from Friends of the Dahlgren Rail Heritage Trail do an excellent job of ensuring that the trail is in peak shape for the race!
The trees along the trail ensure almost 100% shade during the run.
About the Trail
The 16 mile Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail follows the route of the old Dahlgren Branch rail line, stretching across King George County just south of the Potomac River in Virginia's Northern Neck. The trail is open for walking, running, cycling and other recreational non-motorized uses while preserving 240 acres of wildlife and natural beauty.
The Friends of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit group that is volunteer-based and works to develop, preserve, and maintain this historic rail-to-trail greenway.
Please consider joining us in support of the Friends of the DHRT by donating to the trail HERE!
DHRT 50K - Same Day!
Is the Half Marathon distance not enough for you? Check out this 50K - starts 1 hour earlier than the half!
DHRT 50KAwards
Overall: Top 3 Men and Women.
Cash prizes of $100, $75, $50
Age Groups: Top 3 Men and Women
19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
Overall awards are based on gun time - the first 3 males and first 3 females to cross the finish line.
Age group awards are based on chip times. Runners not receiving an overall award are eligible for age group awards.
King George Trail Series
This trail series consists of 3 unique races that cover different segments of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail.
2023 Race Schedule:
Dahlgren Half Marathon - February 18, 2023
Sheetz to Sheetz Run - March 11, 2023
3H Half Marathon - August 5, 2023
*Or DHRT 50K - August 5, 2023
Complete all 3 races and you will get a special finisher's medal and prize. Sign up for the multi-race bundle and receive a discount on each race!
Race Swag
All participants will receive a custom finisher medal and a technical tank top. Be sure to register early to beat the t-shirt deadline!
We'll have food and drinks waiting for you at the finish line!
Price Increases
Where To Stay
The Holiday Inn Express is conveniently located within walking distance to the Start/Finish.
Contact the hotel to book your stay and receive a discounted rate of $119/night!
16348 Gateway Lane, King George, VA 22485
(540) 625-2034
Packet Pickup and Race Day Parking
Packet Pickup:
August 4, 2023: River Rock Outfitter, 215 William St., Fredericksburg, VA from 1:30-3pm
August 4, 2023: Anytime Fitness, 16453 Merchants Lane, King George, VA from 4:30pm-6:30pm
August 5, 2023: 6:30 - 7:15am at the trailhead
Race day parking is available at the King George Gateway Shopping Center. There is plenty of parking at the shopping center and it's located near the race start!
Road Crossings & Aid Stations
There will be a crossing guard that will help at major road crossings, but please make sure you look both ways before crossing.
There will be water near miles 3.3, 6.5, 9.8 and 12.2. There will also be Gatorade at miles 3.3, 6.5, and 9.8. Food at the Panorama
Aid Station is mainly there for the 50K participants, but if you are
desperate for a burst of energy at mile 9.8, please grab a snack!
