Withlacoochee Trail Marathon

Withlacoochee Forest Trail Marathon

The Withlacoochee Forest Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K take place on April 19, 2026 in the Two Mile Prairie Tract - Bear Head Hammock Recreational Area near Lecanto, Hernando, Florida. Races use hiking and equestrian trails inside Withlacoochee State Forest.

Race distances:

• Marathon: 2 × 13.1-mile loops
• Half Marathon: 1 × 13.1-mile loop
• 10K: Modified loop course

All events run on natural trail surfaces. The course passes through sandhills, oak forests, and wet prairies and includes sand, roots, and varied terrain. There are three fully stocked aid stations placed at roughly five mile intervals offering water, an electrolyte sports drink, soda, pickle juice, chips, fruit, and PB&Js. Because aid stations are spaced apart, all participants must carry personal hydration such as a handheld bottle, waist pack, or hydration vest or pack. All courses remain open until 2:00 PM.

Online registration is sold out; limited registration will be available on race day and will include a previous-year event t-shirt and medal. Race day registration accepts cash, check, or Venmo. Bib pickup is scheduled for race day and registration opens one hour before each race.

Primitive camping is available in the equestrian campground; there are no water or power hookups and participants should be self-sufficient. Camping options include tent, car, and RV boondock camping with generators permitted. The organizer does not offer refunds but provides a 75% rollover credit toward the next year if claimed up to seven days before the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.