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The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park

Lakeland, United States • 11 Apr 2026

Colt Creek State Park Trail Run : April 11, 2026

The event takes place at Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland, FL on April 11, 2026. It offers three chip-timed distances: 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon. The courses are described as well marked, family friendly, and held on maintained park trails. Parking passes for the park are single use and fees go directly to Colt Creek State Park; annual state park passes are also accepted.

Course details and logistics

  • 5K : 3.18 miles; 104 ft elevation gain; 1 aid station; 1 on-course restroom.
  • 10K : 6.28 miles; 180 ft elevation gain; 2 aid stations; 1 on-course restroom.
  • Half-Marathon : 13.13 miles; 330 ft elevation gain; 5 aid stations; 3 on-course restrooms.

Aid stations occur approximately every 2.5 miles; some are self-serve and some are staffed by volunteers. Nutrition is provided on the half-marathon course at miles 5, 7.5, and 10. All finishers receive event swag, a medallion, and post-race snacks. Awards include overall and age-group prizes by male and female categories, a masters 50+ award, and team awards for fastest run club and largest team using cross-country scoring. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Florida Lakeland

Race information

Website
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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