The Itch - Ocala, FL

Ocala, United States • 18 Oct 2025

Event overview

The Itch is a point-to-point trail race of 50K held in Ocala, Florida on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The course follows the Florida National Scenic Trail - West Corridor. The race starts at the East-West Junction and finishes at the Baseline Road Trailhead in Ocala.

Course and logistics

The event is described as a rugged trail route. Aid stations are provided on the course and there is one drop bag zone for runners without crew support. Runners are responsible for their own transportation and must arrange drop-off and pick-up for this point-to-point format.

BIB pick-up is available at the Start Line at the East-West Junction, located just south of CR 316 behind the 88 Store and Pub. Registration closes on October 16, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET.

The organizer does not offer refunds. Registered entrants may elect a rollover credit equal to 75% of their entry fee toward the following year; this option is available until seven days before the race. Participants who use the rollover must re-register the next year to apply the credit at checkout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
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