The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park
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About the race
Colt Creek State Park Trail Run is a chip-timed trail race held at Colt Creek State Park near Lakeland, Florida. The event offers three distances and is part of the Tetra Quest series; it is listed as a UTMB Index race. Runners follow well-maintained, generally flat trails through pine forest and around park lakes.
Aid stations are placed approximately every 2.5 miles. On-course restrooms are available at specified mile points for the longer distances, and the half marathon includes scheduled nutrition at miles 5, 7.5, and 10. The event provides post-race food, race swag, and finisher medallions for participants.
Race distances and basic course facts:
- 5K - 3.18 miles; 104 ft elevation gain; 1 aid station; 1 on-course restroom.
- 10K - 6.28 miles; 180 ft elevation gain; 2 aid stations; 1 on-course restroom.
- Half Marathon - 13.13 miles; 330 ft elevation gain; 5 aid stations; 3 on-course restrooms.
Individual awards are given overall and by age group, with masters categories included. A Run Club team competition recognizes the fastest teams and the largest team across distances. Parking fees for the park apply and are collected by Colt Creek State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
