The Itch - Ocala, FL
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The Itch - Ocala, FL
The Itch is a point to point 50K trail race held on October 17, 2026 on the Florida National Scenic Trail west corridor. The route follows the trail blazes and the Western Connector, beginning on Lake Kerr Rd / CR-316 and finishing at the Baseline Road Trailhead in Ocala.
The course runs through wilderness terrain and requires self-sufficiency. Aid will be provided on the course and there is one designated drop bag location for runners without crew. Runners are advised to carry the gear and fuel needed for an extended trail effort.
Every participant must download the course GPX to a phone or watch and carry a phone during the event. There are no formal course markers; navigation is by the orange blazes on the Florida Trail.
Logistics such as transportation to and from the start and finish are the responsibility of each runner. Organizers may consider a shuttle from the finish to the start if there is sufficient interest. Bib pickup is at the start line at the East-West Junction on CR-316 / Lake Kerr Rd. Aid station reference points on the course include mile markers and coordinates for planning and navigation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
