The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park

Lakeland, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Colt Creek State Park Trail Run takes place on April 11, 2026, in Lakeland, FL. The event offers three distances:

  • 5K - 3.18 miles, 104 ft elevation gain, 1 aid station
  • 10K - 6.28 miles, 180 ft elevation gain, 2 aid stations
  • Half-Marathon - 13.13 miles, 330 ft elevation gain, 5 aid stations

The race is chip timed. Participants receive a swag item, a finishing medallion, and post-race snacks. Parking at the park requires a day pass; fees go to Colt Creek State Park and passes are single use. Annual state park passes are also available.

Course and logistics

Courses are marked with signage. Aid stations are placed approximately every 2.5 miles; some are self-serve and some are staffed by volunteers. On-course restrooms are located at mile 3 for the 10K, and at miles 3, 6, and 9.5 for the Half-Marathon. Nutrition for the Half-Marathon is available at miles 5, 7.5, and 10. Participants are asked to dispose of trash in park receptacles.

Packet pick-up is scheduled at Colt Creek State Park on Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM and on Saturday from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. Awards include overall and age-group prizes by gender, masters (50+) winners, and team awards for fastest and largest run clubs. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
330 m+
Half-Marathon
6 mi
180 m+
10k
3 mi
104 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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