Trail Running calendar near Hernando County 2026-2027

Hit the trails at Paynes Prairie Preserve on March 28, 2026 for the Trail of Payne featuring 5k, 10k and a 1 mile fun run. New course winds through varied terrain from soft sand and roots to sunny prairies and shady forest.

Trail runs at Silver Springs State Park on March 29, 2026 include a half marathon, 10K, 5K and a virtual option, with a tech shirt, finisher medal, and awards for top finishers.

Run the 30th Croom Fools Run in Withlacoochee State Forest near Brooksville, FL, with 16 mile, 50K and 50 mile options on a scenic 16 mile loop. Limited field and a laid back post race picnic make for a classic trail day.

Trail races at Colt Creek State Park on April 11, 2026 offer 5K, 10K and half marathon on well marked wooded trails. Aid stations, on-course restrooms, chip timing, finisher medals and awards are provided.

Held at SunWest Park in Hudson, Florida, this event offers timed 10K and timed and untimed 5K options on a paved hiking path around old salt mines. Proceeds benefit the Pasco County PAIR inclusive programming and finisher awards are provide..

The Dunedin Kilted Trail Run will take place in Dunedin on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

Trail races on mountain bike trails at Loyce E. Harpe Park in Mulberry, FL offering 10k, 30k and 50k loop formats. The course features sand and dirt trails with rolling hills, limited entries, and a portion of fees supporting Polk County pa..

The Withlacoochee Trail Marathon will take place in Hernando County on Sunday 19 April 2026. You can run between 10 and 42 kilometers.

Trail ultramarathon in Ocala, Florida with 50 and 100 mile options along the Florida National Scenic Trail, varied natural terrain, staffed aid stations, drop bag support, pacer rules for the 100 mile, and nearby campgrounds.

A shaded trail event at Withlacoochee River Park on May 2, 2026 offering 10K, 5K and 1 mile run or walk options. The race aims to raise awareness about youth suicide and includes shirts, snacks and finishers awards.

A 57.41 mile point to point trail ultramarathon through the Ocala National Forest from Alexander Springs State Park to Rodman Reservoir Dam. Crew support and a communication device are mandatory and limited natural water requires planning.

Trail races of 50K, 25K and 10 miles in Inverness, Florida on single-loop courses through the Citrus Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest. Aid and hydration stations are provided and runners must carry their own hydration.

The Moon Over Croom will take place in Brooksville on Saturday 6 June 2026. You can run between 7 and 21 miles.

A June trail event at Lake Louisa State Park offering 4 mile and 8 mile distances, leftover race swag, awards and post race food with live music. The event is professionally timed and family friendly.

A 5K at Robinson Preserve in Bradenton on June 13, 2026, offering participant t-shirts, snacks and post-race hotdogs, age-group awards for male and female finishers, and a guided pre-race stretch session.

Experience the low frills Independence Double in Winter Park on June 27 to 28 with lap based 5K to 50K on a flat, shaded paved trail. Hand timed and cupless, the relaxed event suits self supported runners looking for simple aid and communit..

A night trail running event on July 18, 2026 in Green Swamp West Tract near Dade City, FL, covering 30K of varied Florida terrain with aid stations every 3 to 5 miles, finisher glassware, event stickers, and a post race potluck.

A night trail event at Holder Mine Campground in the Withlacoochee Forest offering 5, 10 and 20 mile single-track courses. Headlamps are required and courses are marked with reflective pins and glow sticks.

A run and walk at HOB Brewing Company on the Pinellas Trail offering 5K and a 10K two loop course, electronic timing, finisher medals, a promo t shirt, and a free draft beer for participants aged 21 or older.

A point to point 50K on the Florida National Scenic Trail in Ocala, where runners navigate by orange blazes, must download the GPX and carry a phone, and can use on course aid and one drop bag location.