Turkey Burnoff 2026
RACE OVERVIEW:
Start the holiday season by challenging yourself to some gently rolling hills in scenic Seneca Creek State Park as you run one loop for the 5-mile race, or a second loop for twice the fun. The park deer occasionally make a cameo appearance and they don’t brake for runners! All participants need to be in the park by 7:50 AM.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
8:o0 AM – 5 Mile Race
8:00 AM – 10 Mile Race
8:05 AM – 2.78-km Young Run (YS)
THE COURSE:
The course takes place on paved roads over rolling hills, across a dam, and through the woods. Both the 5 and 10 mile courses start and finish in the same location.
5 Mile Race – Course Map
10-mile Race – Course Map
PARKING:
The park has limited parking. Please make every attempt to carpool and arrive early. Per Seneca Creek State Park Management’s request, the gate at the ranger’s booth (where you would pay the entry fee during warmer months) will be closed at 7:50 AM sharp. You must arrive before then in order to park in the grassy field near the Start/Finish area. If you arrive at 7:50 AM or later, you will have to park in the admin office parking lot and walk or run half a mile to the start. Don’t delay or you will have to climb one extra hill!
REGISTRATION:
MCRRC Members –
This race is part of our low-key race series and is FREE for MCRRC members. Race registration is not required for members; however, members must first signup for a 2025 bib & chip. Your bib & chip will be waiting for you at any 2025 low-key race. If you have a 2024 (or older) chip, please bring it with you to exchange for your 2025 bib & chip. If you are a new member, or no longer have an older chip, please remember to bring a $5 chip deposit with you. If you already signed up for a personalized 2025 bib, please do not sign up again – your personalized 2025 low-key bib & chip will be waiting for you at any 2025 low-key race.
Non-MCRRC Members –
Registration is open to non-MCRRC members at a cost of $17 (participants ages 18 & over) and $11.60 (participants under 18). This price includes the registration + processing fee. You may pay less in processing fees per participant if you add more registrations to your cart. Online registration will remain open through the start of the race, so you can register online before leaving the house or from your smartphone at the race site. Registering online before arriving to the race site is strongly encouraged. Non-members can register here. Bib and chip pickup will take place on race morning near the start area. Volunteers will be available to assist you.
YOUNG RUN:
There will be no timing chips used for the youth series runs. Youth runs will begin at 8:00 AM and participants can run a 1/4 mile or 1/2 mile. The runs are FREE, but all participants must be registered by a parent or guardian prior to race day (members and non-members). Youth Run registration can be found here. Parents or Guardians do not need to register for the young runs to accompany your child. You are welcome to jump right in with them, if needed!
VOLUNTEER:
MCRRC is a volunteer organization and our events are fully staffed by the hard work of our volunteers. Without them, our races wouldn’t be possible. Volunteers are needed for this event. Please sign up here to volunteer!
REFUNDS:
If you are a non-MCRRC member, and can no longer attend the race, please contact office@mcrrc.org so that we can transfer your registration to another MCRRC low-key race. Monetary refunds will not be provided.