Trail Running calendar near University Park-South Downtown 2026-2027

Holiday-themed races at Gadsden Park in Tampa on December 27, 2026, with distances from a kids 50 m dash to 15K, plus a virtual option, chip-timing, shirts, medals, photos, and finish-line treats.

A 100-mile ultramarathon and a 100 furlongs (12.5 mi) event at Colt Creek State Park on January 16–17, 2027, run as six 16.8 mile loops with three staffed aid stations and loop-by-loop drop bag access.

A chip timed 5 km run and walk at Masaryk Winery in Masaryktown, Florida on January 16, 2027, with a helper registration option, race items including a t-shirt and wine glass, and results posted online by J3 Timing.

Trail and road races at Oscar Scherer State Park include a 5K and a technical 10K plus virtual 5K and 10K options. Registration includes a finisher medal and a race shirt while supplies last.

Trail race at Carlton Preserve near Venice FL offering 50k, 25k, 5k and a youth 5k on mixed single and dual track trails.

A 12-hour, donation-supported trail run at Whispering Pines Park featuring a marked 5-mile loop through shaded single- and double-track trails. Participants may complete as many laps as they wish and receive an award after two loops.

A trail event at Lake Manatee State Park on February 6, 2027 with 5K and 10K courses through dirt paths, sand and pine corridors. The race features chip timing, finisher medals, post race snacks and age group awards.

Trail races at Bone Valley ATV Park include a 10K, 5K, and a 1 mile color run on hilly, uneven trails. Back to back challenge options require an 18 minute per mile pace and awards are given by age category.

Nighttime trail running at Colt Creek State Park with looped unpaved courses offering a 5K, a 10K, and a combined 15K challenge. 5K starters must use a headlamp and virtual entries receive mailed race items.

Experience a scenic trail race through the Carlton Reserve in Venice with distances ranging from 5k to 15k. Enjoy post race snacks and unique handmade wood awards in a festive community atmosphere.

Trail event at Holloway Park near Lakeland, FL offering 10k, 30k, 50k and a five person relay on a groomed cross country course.

Experience a unique single loop trail run through the Withlacoochee State Forest featuring 33 1/3 mile, half marathon, and 6K distances. Enjoy riverside trails and celebrate your finish with a post race barbecue and handcrafted medals.

Turtle Trot is a 5K run and walk at SunWest Park in Hudson, Florida, with a paved course around old salt mines. Proceeds support Pasco County's PAIR program and every registered participant receives a finisher award.

A backyard ultra at Lake Louisa State Park on April 10, 2027 where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour until they can no longer start a loop; shirts, medals, ribbon sliders, and multiple award categories are offered.

Trail runs at Colt Creek State Park traverse pine forests, lakeshores and meadows with 5K, 10K and Half-Marathon options. The event includes aid stations, on-course restrooms, chip timing, event swag and team awards.

Trail races on rolling sand and dirt mountain bike trails in Loyce E. Harpe Park with 10k loops for 10k, 30k and 50k distances and on-course aid.

Trail marathon, half marathon, and 10K on unpaved Withlacoochee State Forest trails with three aid stations and mandatory personal hydration; primitive camping is available near the course.

Trail races on the wooded 250 acre grounds of Gator Wilderness Camp School include 5K, 10K and 15K options, a kids dash, and a one day virtual race. Proceeds benefit the school and shirts are guaranteed for early registrants.

A Stadion 5K obstacle race at Raymond James Stadium on May 1, 2027, featuring 20 obstacles, stair sections, a kids race, and spectator options.

Stomp Out Suicide is a shaded trail run and walk at Withlacoochee River Park on May 15, 2027, offering 10K, 5K and 1 mile distances and focusing on raising awareness about suicide; participants receive shirts, snacks, and finisher awards.