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Nighthawk Trail Run - Coyote 10K

Lakeland, United States • 7 Feb 2026

Event overview

The AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run takes place at Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland, Florida on Saturday, February 7, 2026. The event offers three options:

  • Night Owl 5K (3.1 miles)
  • Coyote 10K (6.2 miles)
  • Nighthawk 15K Challenge - run both the 5K and 10K back-to-back

All courses are loop courses on unpaved trails inside the state park. The organizer notes that trails may include soft sand, standing water, mud, rocks, roots, and wildlife. Strollers, baby joggers, and pets are prohibited on the courses. All 5K participants must start with a battery-powered headlamp.

Timing, awards and amenities

The races use chip timing and offer awards three deep in five-year age groups for both events, plus top overall and masters awards. Finishers receive a medal for each completed event; those who complete the Nighthawk Challenge receive an additional bonus medal. Participants receive a cotton T-shirt and there will be post-race food and drinks.

Virtual options are available for the 15K challenge and for 5K-10K distances as remote runs. Runners registering for the Nighthawk Challenge are advised to be able to run a sub 1:30 10K. Maps and additional event information are provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Florida Lakeland

Race information

Website
15 km
Nighthawk 15k Challenge
10 km
Coyote 10k Trail Run
5 km
Night Owl 5k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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