Trail Running calendar near University Park-South Downtown 2025-2026

We have found 43 Trailruns within 80 miles of University Park-South Downtown. See below where and when you can find the races.

Hit the scenic trails at Lake Manatee State Park on Feb 7, 2026 for the Gopherdillo Trail Run, with 5K and 10K routes that showcase lake views and local wildlife. All finishers receive a medal and both distances follow separate no loop cour..

Run the Hunt for Sasquatch at Bone Valley ATV Park in Mulberry on Feb 7, 2026. Choose 10K, 5K, a color 1 mile or multi distance challenges, enjoy rugged trails and small hills, collect swag and celebrate at the finish line awards party.

Run Skunk Ape's Revenge on Feb 14 at Green Swamp in Dade City, a rugged daytime trail with 60K, 30K and 30K ruck options over muck, single track and sugar sand. Enjoy aid stations, finisher hats, camping and a pet food drive.

Sasquatch invites runners to Carlton Preserve in Venice Florida for 15k, 10k, 5k and a virtual race on Feb 15 2026. Expect race shirts, snacks, live music, vendor booths and a guided group stretch for all abilities.

Family friendly trail run at Disney Wilderness Preserve in Kissimmee with 5K, 10K or Double Down options and a Gopher Tortoise Fun Run for kids. Hats and finisher medals provided; the race is untimed and cupless so bring hydration.

Explore Lakeland on a 30k urban adventure visiting painted swans from the Swansation art trail while navigating with a race book. This low key, self supported run from the Where's the Finish? Podcast mixes city charm and relaxed challenge.

All Day at Holloway on February 28 in Lakeland, Florida invites runners to a scenic cross country style course that blends trail and road for a fun but challenging day. Distances range from a 10k to 50k, plus a five person 50k relay for tea..

March 2026

Run single loop trails along the Withlacoochee River and through serene forest at the Long Play Trail Run in Brooksville. Choose from a 33.3 mile race, a half marathon or a 6K and earn a collectible vinyl record finisher award.

Celebrate St. Patrick themed fun in Tampa at Time to Paddy with races for every level from half marathon to 1 mile, plus kids and virtual options. Expect chip timing, finisher swag, free photos, and a lively community vibe.

April 2026

Run the 30th Croom Fools Run on April 4 2026 in Withlacoochee State Forest near Brooksville Florida. Choose 16 mile 50K or 50 mile looped trail routes through pines creeks and cypress ponds with a capped field of 250 runners.

Run through scenic Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland on April 11, 2026 with 5K, 10K and half marathon options. Chip timed races include finisher medallions, swag and post race snacks for a fun day on the trails.

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Join the fifth annual Turtle Trot at SunWest Park for 10K and 5K run or walk around scenic paved trails. Honor a fallen parks staff member and support Pasco County's adaptive programs while earning a finisher award.

Join the Kraken road race in Sarasota on April 12, 2026 for a fun 5k or 10k along scenic routes. Enjoy race shirts, snacks, a finisher bottle opener, live music, vendors and age group awards for a festive Sunday run.

Tackle the Funest 50k in Mulberry FL on technical looped trails through an old phosphate mine with rolling sandy singletrack. Choose 10k 30k or 50k in a 100 runner field and enjoy aid stations finisher swag and a donation to local parks.

Run wooded, shaded trails at Gator Wilderness Camp in Punta Gorda with 5k, 10k and 15k options plus a Kids Fun Dash and one day virtual race. Proceeds benefit Gator Wilderness Camp School, supporting local boys in need.

May 2026

Join Stomp Out Suicide on May 2, 2026 at Withlacoochee River Park for a scenic trail run or walk that raises awareness for suicide prevention. Choose 1 mile, 5K or 10K routes and enjoy a race shirt, snacks and a finisher award.

Hit the trails on May 24 in Inverness FL for Sweat, Swat n Swear offering single loop 50K, 25K or 10 Miler courses through the scenic Citrus Tract at Holder Mine Campground. Expect aid stations, a finisher award and a lively post race picni..

June 2026

Run the Florida Run LEFTOVER Trail Race on June 13, 2026 at Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, featuring scenic 4 and 8 mile trail courses. Professionally timed with awards, a leftover medal, live music and post race food for a family frie..

July 2026

Take on the moonlit trails of the Green Swamp at the Skunk Ape Night Run, a 30K on July 18, 2026 in Dade City, Florida. Expect varied terrain, hearty aid stations, camping and a post race potluck for extra fun.

August 2026

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.