Trail Running calendar near Gainesville 2026-2027

Run the Withlacoochee Trail Marathon on April 19 in Hernando on scenic forest trails with marathon, half and 10K options. All finishers earn an award and every entrant gets a cotton shirt and bib.

The Skunk Ape Trail Race in Ocala, Florida offers 50 Mile and 100 Mile ultramarathons on a scenic 50 mile out and back loop through pine scrubs, lakes and prairie. Enjoy rugged trails, strong aid support and memorable finisher swag.

Run the Free to Fly Trail 5K at San Felasco Hammock Preserve on April 25, a scenic trail race that raises funds for Anew and survivors of human trafficking. Enjoy nature and make a real impact through housing, counseling and vocational supp..

Wilderness ultra The Tick sends runners 57.41 miles of singletrack through Ocala National Forest from Alexander Springs to Rodman Reservoir Dam. Expect remote, humid conditions and mandatory crew support; registration opens Feb 15, 2026.

Join Sweat, Swat 'n Swear on May 24, 2026 at Holder Mine Campground for scenic single loop trail runs in Withlacoochee State Forest with 50K, 25K and a 10 Miler. Marked courses, stocked aid stations and a post race picnic.

Run laps on a shaded flat one mile loop between river and ocean at the River to Sea 12 6 Hour Trail Race in Palm Coast FL on Aug 1. Choose 12 hour or 6 hour timed options with a fully stocked aid station and friendly volunteers.

Run under the stars in the Withlacoochee Forest at the Hot August Night Trail Race on single track packed with sand and pine needles. Headlamps required; all finishers get a handcrafted medal and a post race picnic.

Join the PawPals 4 Life 5k on October 24, 2026 at Rock Springs Run State Reserve for an in person or virtual run that welcomes dogs and supports Pawfields Enrichment Group. Enjoy trail scenery, race swag, and medals for finishers.

Gate2Gate Trail Run offers 25k or 50k through single track, open fields, and rolling hills at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park on Oct 24, 2026. Enjoy aid stations, a finisher glass and medal, and support Friends of San Felasco.

Run hammock shaded single track just steps from the Atlantic at The Jacks in Palm Coast FL on Oct 25, 2026. Choose 50K, 24K or 12K loops in a field limited to 125, then cool off in ocean waters at the finish.

Experience the Wild Florida Trail Run along the Suwannee River in White Springs, Florida on November 7, 2026, with 50K, 25K and 10K options through oak and cypress lined trails. Proceeds benefit the Florida Trail Association.