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The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park

Lakeland, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Florida Run at Colt Creek State Park takes place on April 11, 2026. The event offers three trail running distances: a 5K, a 10K, and a Half-Marathon.

What to Expect

The event is chip-timed. Participants will receive a race medal. An awards ceremony is held after the race. Post-race food is provided.

Aid stations offer water and Gatorade. Aid stations are placed every 2.5 miles on the course. Some are self-serve. There are on-course restrooms. The event is described as family-friendly.

Event Schedule

Packet pickup is available at the park on Friday from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM, and on race day from 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM. The race start times are:

  • Half-Marathon: 7:15 AM
  • 10K: 7:30 AM
  • 5K: 7:45 AM

Parking requires a day pass or annual pass for Florida State Parks, with fees going directly to Colt Creek State Park.

Course Details

The course takes place on well-maintained trails through the park's landscape. The specific details for each distance are:

  • 5K: 3.18 miles with 104 feet of elevation gain. It has 1 aid station and 1 on-course restroom.
  • 10K: 6.28 miles with 180 feet of elevation gain. It has 2 aid stations and 1 on-course restroom.
  • Half-Marathon: 13.13 miles with 330 feet of elevation gain. It has 5 aid stations and 3 on-course restrooms. Nutrition is provided at miles 5, 7.5, and 10.

Awards and Competition

Individual awards are given for the top 3 overall male and female finishers, the top male and female masters (50+), and the top 3 in each age group. There is a team competition for run clubs, with awards for the fastest team and the team with the most participants across all distances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Florida Lakeland

Race information

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UTMB 20K
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
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