Johnnycake Jolt Series!
Date
Wed, May 13, 2026, 6:30 PM EDTLocation
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Quick take
A friendly, low-pressure 10K trail series through scenic Patapsco Valley State Park, supporting park stewardship and fostering community.
Best for: cause-driven runners
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Distances & registration
3 optionsTap to see fee tiers and close dates.
10K
3 options · closes May 26, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
16d 20h 49m leftJohnnycake Jolt 5/13/26
Closes May 12, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $27.50
Johnnycake Jolt 5/20/26
Closes May 19, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $27.50
Johnnycake Jolt 5/27/26
Closes May 26, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $27.50
Race feel
- Fun
- Scenic
- For a Cause
Fun
Scenic
For a CauseDiscover the Johnnycake Jolt, a four-date 10K trail running series held in the scenic Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park. This friendly, low-pressure event invites runners to test their endurance on rugged trails while connecting with a supportive community. It's an opportunity to experience breathtaking natural beauty and contribute to the ongoing stewardship of the park, with proceeds supporting its vital work.
What to expect
- Enjoy a 10K trail run through the beautiful Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park. - Connect with a welcoming, low-pressure community of park runners. - Experience "running time" timing in a grassroots event setting.
Standout details
- 4-date 10K trail series
- Scenic Patapsco Valley State Park
Past results at a glance
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
Based on past public results. Helpful context, not a prediction.
Selected year + distance
14 finishers in 1 Miles
Ranked by gun time when available
Very small finish count here - use this as loose context, not a race-day expectation.
Crowd
Small field
14 1 Miles finishers. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
1:30:13
Middle-of-pack benchmark using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 1:03:15.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 50% women and 43% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 1 Miles in 2025, this looks like a small field: 14 finishers in this data set. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 1:30:13. The quicker front of the field averaged about 1:03:15. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Fastest finishers in this file: 57:07 (male) and 1:19:05 (female).
Show historical award cutoffs3 rows
Cutoff = slowest posted time still inside the top finishers for a division.
| Division | Gender | Top N | Cutoff | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Unspecified | Top 3 | 1:14:14 | finish-order sample |
| Female | Female | Top 3 | 1:44:26 | finish-order sample |
| Male | Male | Top 3 | 1:14:14 | finish-order sample |
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Miles | 2025 | 14 | 1:30:13 | 1:29:51 | 1:03:15 | 57:07 / 1:19:05 |
| 10K | 2025 | 16 | 1:04:08 | 1:04:03 | 39:45 | 38:28 / 59:35 |
| 10K | 2025 | 20 | 0:53 | 1:01 | 0:04 | 0:02 / 0:09 |
| 10K | 2025 | 30 | 1:12:35 | 1:13:20 | 53:45 | 48:36 / 1:02:41 |
Last summary update: May 9, 2026
Ready to register?
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
From the organizer
The Johnnycake Jolt! Join us for a 4-date series of 10K trail runs through the scenic Pickall Area of Patapsco Valley State Park. This friendly, low-pressure series is perfect for testing your endurance on rugged trails while connecting with the vibrant and supportive park running community.
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We are a dedicated group of park stewards working together to support Patapsco Valley State Park. Our grassroots programs and events are intentionally low-key, fostering a sense of connection, accessibility, and investment among all park users. Important to note: This event uses “running time” timing. Whether you're an experienced trail runner or a first-timer, you'll enjoy breathtaking trails, a welcoming community, and exclusive access to the Pickall Area of PVSP. This event is sponsored by Patapsco Heritage Greenway, Scittinos Pizza, Manor Hill Brewing, and White Oak Running Company. ARE YOU A MEMBER OF THE FRIENDS OF PATAPSCO VALLEY STATE PARK? Members receive a $27 discount on the full race series!