Merritt Island
Trail Running Calendar near Merritt Island 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Merritt Island for 2026-2027! We've gathered 7 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
An invitation only, no fee, low aid 100 mile looped endurance run in Titusville, Florida. Runners complete 29 loops of a 3.46 mile course within 32 hours and entries are drawn from a June wait list.
January 2027
A beachside 5K color fun run in downtown Cocoa Beach on January 2, 2027, raising funds for Cocoa Beach Main Street with a northbound out-and-back course to Lori Wilson Park.
An evening beach 5K in Cocoa Beach during Human Trafficking Awareness Month with in-person and virtual options, a race village with vendors, glow-themed prizes, and finisher medals for all participants.
Trail running event in Christmas, Florida on February 6 and 7, 2027 with distances from 8 to 100 miles on rarely used single track through several state forests.
May 2027
TOUGH Gator 5K Mud Run, May 1, 2027 in Central Florida, offers 2K and 5K muddy courses across 200+ acres with proceeds supporting international aid.
City of Palm Bay 5K at Turkey Creek Sanctuary with a trail run option and a virtual 5K, registration opens Oct 1, 2026, fee $35.
Beach running championships in Cocoa Beach on May 30, 2027, with 5K, 10K and 15K options, barefoot and walker divisions, medals for finishers and a beach awards party.