Trail Running calendar near Hernando County 2026-2027

Race under the stars at AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run in Colt Creek State Park with 5K, 10K and a 15K Challenge. Rugged unpaved loops, headlamp required for the 5K, finisher medals and a race shirt promise a memorable night on the trails..

Join the Gopherdillo Trail Run at Lake Manatee State Park on Feb 7, 2026 for scenic 5K and 10K non loop courses over sand, grass and paved roads. Expect wildlife sightings, a performance shirt option, and a finisher medal.

Trail runs at Bone Valley ATV Park in Mulberry, Florida include a 10K, 5K and a 1 mile color fun run plus multi-distance challenges. Courses use uneven trails with small hills and registered runners receive a shirt and swag bag.

An evening trail event at Colt Creek State Park on February 7, 2026, offering a Night Owl 5K, Coyote 10K, and a Nighthawk 15K Challenge that combines both races; the 5K requires a battery-powered headlamp and finisher medals are awarded.

A trail ultramarathon at Green Swamp near Dade City on February 14, 2026 offering 60K, 30K and a 30K ruck over varied Florida terrain, regular aid stations, a pet food drive and finisher hats.

Three trail races start and finish at Magnolia Park in Apopka, running the Lake Apopka North Shore and Loop Trail. The cupless event provides hydration stations, a long sleeved tech shirt, finisher medal and age group awards.

Join the inaugural Longleaf Blaze Trail Run at Disney Wilderness Preserve with 5K, 10K or Double Down options. Family friendly with kids activities, finisher medals and hats; bring your own water bottle and enjoy scenic trails.

Celebrate Mardi Gras on the flat, paved Pinellas Trail with 5K, 10K or 15K options hosted at HOB Brewing Company in Dunedin. Limited to 200 runners, all finishers get a medal and 21 plus registrants enjoy a complimentary beer.

Trail races at Manatee Springs State Park in Chiefland, Florida on February 21, 2026. Events include 5K, 10K and a half marathon set among cypress trees with views of the spring and possible manatee sightings.

Cross country 5K and 10K at Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka, FL on Feb 21, 2026. The event is limited to 350 runners, includes a tech shirt and finisher medal, features age group prizes and a virtual race option.

A navigation-heavy, self-supported urban loop in Ocala featuring painted-horse artworks and two distance options. The untimed event emphasizes route-finding and sightseeing rather than racing.

A low-key, self-supported urban adventure in Lakeland that uses navigation and a scavenger hunt format. The roughly 30k route passes about 26 painted swans and is part of the Painter's Revenge Challenge.

All Day at Holloway offers a well groomed cross country loop of trail and road at Holloway Park in Lakeland on Feb 28, 2026. Choose 10k, 30k, 50k or a five person 50k relay.

A family friendly 5K trail run at Silver Springs State Park with a children's area, refreshments, and door prizes. Medals are awarded by age group and a Traveling Cup goes to the fastest team. Proceeds support local grants for spring and se..

A trail event in Brooksville, FL on March 7, 2026 featuring a single-loop 33 1/3 mile course plus a half marathon and 6K through the Croom Tract. Finishers receive medals and awards, and a post-race barbecue is provided.

Run the 1st Annual Archie's Pizza Mile Trail Style in Williston FL on March 7 for a lively three loop beer mile with a non alcoholic option and finisher medals. Trail running, pizza vibes, and awards for overall winners.

A no-fee ultra in the Ocala National Forest offering 50K and 30K options along the Florida Trail, capped at 50 entrants and routed through Juniper and Hopkins Prairies.

Celebrate cider season with a festive 5k at Formosa Winery on March 15, featuring a scenic looped course and a 1.5 mile option. Entry includes a t shirt, cider pour, homemade donut and a finisher medal that doubles as a bottle opener, plus..

An annual St. Patrick's Day 5K and 10K in downtown Dunedin along the paved Pinellas Trail, featuring electronic timing, finisher medal, tech shirt, dog and stroller friendliness, and nearby parking and post-race activities.

Lace up for the FTC Archer Braid Trail 5k & 10k in Archer, Florida, a flat, paved out and back through peaceful countryside. Choose 5k or 10k, enjoy timed results, age group awards, and a midcourse hydration stop.