Trail Running calendar near Lakeland 2025-2026

Run under the stars through Florida backcountry at the Skunk Ape Night Run, a spirited 30K on varied trails around Green Swamp West Tract. Expect sandy single track, creek crossings, friendly aid stations and a festive post race potluck.

Run the Hot August Night Trail Race at Holder Mine Campground by headlamp on single track trails through the Withlacoochee Forest. Choose 5, 10 or 20 miles and earn a handcrafted finisher medal plus a post race picnic.

Join the PawPals 4 Life 5K at Rock Springs Run State Reserve on Oct 24 for a scenic off road trail run that supports the ASPCA. Bring your leashed pup for a pet friendly race or run virtually to earn a shirt and medal and support animals.

Run the Nightmare on the Clermont Trails 5K on October 31 in Clermont for an evening trail race through interactive spook zones with live actors and a DJ spinning Halloween tunes. Enter the costume contest for prizes or join the virtual 5K.