Trail Running calendar near Gainesville 2026-2027

A multi-distance trail event at Dunns Creek State Park on November 7, 2026, featuring an approximately 11.75 mile loop, two on-course aid stations, published cutoffs, and organized support from Sombrero Running.

Loop-based ultrarun at Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka, FL, with 12 hour, 24 hour, 50K and 50 mile options on a paved USATF measured 2 mile loop. Aid and hydration stations are provided and personal lighting is required for night runni..

A fully supported 200-mile point-to-point trail run across Florida from Yankeetown to St. Augustine Beach, featuring long sections of the Florida Trail, varied terrain, GPS tracking, stocked aid stations, and cash awards.

A well marked 5K loop on the Florida Trail in Ocala with running and rucking divisions, live timing, race day packet pickup, and a custom finisher medal; ruck entrants must meet specific weight and pack rules.

Oceanfront 10K and 5K beach races at Anastasia State Park with virtual and shirt-only options; the event supports two local charities and includes a race packet with shirt, medal and bag.

Backyard Ultra in San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park on November 21, 2026. Competitors run repeated 4.167 mile loops each hour until one runner completes a loop no other does. No aid on course; water and bathrooms are available at the..

A set of runs on November 21, 2026 in Brooksville, Florida features a 5K trail run, a 2.5K Turkey Trot with costumes encouraged, and a short Color Fun Run with colored powder. Proceeds support Scouting programs.

Multi-distance trail event in Middleburg, FL on Dec 5 to 6, 2026 featuring a scenic 7.2 mile loop, cupless aid stations with hot food, campground campsites, published cutoffs for each distance, and a buckle for 100 mile finishers.

The Congaree and Penn Spiked Apple 5k will take place in Duval County on Saturday 5 December 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

A beach out-and-back at Jacksonville Beach with 5K and 10 mile options, medals for all finishers, age-group awards, shirts for entrants, and post-race hot chocolate at the Seawalk Pavilion.

Trail races on the Pioneer Trail in Middleburg, FL featuring 50K, marathon, 12K and 7K. Mostly single track with varied terrain, technical sections, aid stations about every 2.5 to 3 miles, and a cup less policy.

A 12-hour, donation-supported trail run at Whispering Pines Park featuring a marked 5-mile loop through shaded single- and double-track trails. Participants may complete as many laps as they wish and receive an award after two loops.

A multi-day ultrarunning festival in Middleburg, FL on Feb 12, 2027 featuring timed 3, 6, 12, 24 and 48 hour events, a crew village, a single cupless aid station, on-site medical and awards including custom shirts and belt buckles.

Trail runs and hikes in Seminole State Forest near Sorrento, Florida, offering 5K, 12K and half marathon distances while supporting the Tracked Chair Adventures nonprofit; registration fees may be tax deductible.

Trail races at Manatee Springs State Park on February 19 and 20, 2027 include 5K, 10K and a half marathon on smooth, shaded trails. Weekend bundle options include a special finisher item and race swag.

25K and 50K trail races in Bryceville, Florida on February 20, 2027. Flat forest roads with aid stations, an eight hour cutoff, age and overall awards, postrace lunch and hot showers; proceeds support youth running programs.

A Spartan obstacle race weekend at Diamond D Ranch near Jacksonville on Feb 27 and 28 2027. Events include Sprint 5K, Super 10K, kids races, and trail distances across flat ranch terrain with mud and livestock on site.

The 15th annual Run for the Springs is a 5K on the Marion County Airport tarmac in Dunnellon, FL, with shirts, goodie bags, age-group medals, and team awards; proceeds fund septic maintenance reimbursement grants for county residents.

A Spartan Trail event at Diamond D Ranch near Jacksonville Florida offering a 10K and a half marathon on low elevation, non technical trails with some muddy and ankle biting sections. The weekend also includes Spartan obstacle races.

Experience a unique single loop trail run through the Withlacoochee State Forest featuring 33 1/3 mile, half marathon, and 6K distances. Enjoy riverside trails and celebrate your finish with a post race barbecue and handcrafted medals.