The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park

Lakeland, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Colt Creek State Park Trail Run

The event takes place on April 11, 2026, at Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland, Florida. It features trail courses routed through pine forests, lakeshores and open meadows on maintained paths that include some elevation changes and occasional creek crossings.

Courses are well marked with signage. Aid stations are placed approximately every 2.5 miles; some stations are self-serve and others are staffed by volunteers. On-course restrooms are provided at specified mile points for the longer distances, and participants are asked to dispose of trash in park receptacles.

Distances offered:

  • 5K : 3.18 miles, 104 ft elevation gain, 1 aid station, 1 restroom
  • 10K : 6.28 miles, 180 ft elevation gain, 2 aid stations, 1 restroom
  • Half marathon : 13.13 miles, 330 ft elevation gain, 5 aid stations, 3 restrooms, nutrition at miles 5, 7.5 and 10

Races are chip timed and managed by the organizer. Each participant receives event swag, a finisher medallion and post race snacks. Awards include overall and age group placings for each distance, plus team awards for fastest run club teams and an award for the largest team. Parking fees are collected by Colt Creek State Park and parking passes follow park policies. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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