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Angry Tortoise 50K

Name: Angry Tortoise 50K
Start: 2027-02-20
End: 2027-02-20
Location: Bryceville

Bryceville, United States • 20 Feb 2027

Angry Tortoise 25K/50K - February 20, 2027

The Angry Tortoise 25K/50K is a trail running event held in the flatwoods of Cary State Forest near Bryceville, FL, on the outskirts of Jacksonville. The race takes place on forest roads and is described as a flat course with well-supported aid stations.

Distances offered:

50K
25K

The event marks the 14th anniversary in 2027 and includes race shirts, finisher awards, and postrace lunch. Awards are given for first through third overall male and female, and for age categories including masters (40-49), grandmasters (50-69), and senior grandmasters (70 and over) in both distances. There is an eight-hour cut-off for each distance. Cary State Forest provides a free hot shower in the male and female restrooms located near the start/finish area.

Proceeds from the event support the Florida Striders Kids' Running Programs. Registrants after 01 February 2026 may not be guaranteed their preferred race shirt size; the organizer orders extra shirts and will attempt to accommodate late registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Florida Bryceville

Race information

Registration

50 km

50k

25 km

25k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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