Ocala
Trail Running Calendar near Ocala 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Ocala for 2026-2027! We've gathered 15 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Point to point 50K on October 17, 2026 along the Florida National Scenic Trail west corridor, requiring GPX navigation and a carried phone.
A Halloween themed trail marathon and half marathon in Ocala on October 24, 2026, run mostly on dirt trails from Baseline Trailhead Park with marked aid stations and finisher medals.
November 2026
A well marked 5K loop on the Florida Trail in Ocala with running and rucking divisions, live timing, race day packet pickup, and a custom finisher medal; ruck entrants must meet specific weight and pack rules.
January 2027
Test your endurance on a 5K loop through the rugged wetlands and wooded trails of Florida with timed races ranging from 6 to 24 hours plus a 20K option.
February 2027
A 12-hour, donation-supported trail run at Whispering Pines Park featuring a marked 5-mile loop through shaded single- and double-track trails. Participants may complete as many laps as they wish and receive an award after two loops.
A community 5K at Marion County Airport in Dunnellon that combines varied trail surfaces and the sights and sounds of aircraft. Age-group medals and a Traveling Cup for the fastest team are part of the event.
Self supported urban ultra in Ocala, FL that loops past painted horse public art; navigation heavy 55k and 25k courses with minimal on course support.
March 2027
A free, limited entry trail ultra in Fort McCoy FL that follows scenic sections of the Florida Trail with 50K and 30K options.
Trail races at Silver Springs State Park including a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and a virtual 13.1 mile option with a shirt and finisher medal.
April 2027
May 2027
August 2027
8 Hours of Berm is an 8 hour ruck at Ross Prairie Trailhead in Dunnellon FL featuring 6.5 mile sandy berm loops through longleaf pine, oak hammocks, and dry prairie.