Experience the 30th Annual Croom Fools Runs on April 3, 2027, an iconic endurance race through central Florida's picturesque landscape. The main attraction is the challenging 50-mile course that winds across three loops of the scenic Croom Hiking Trail, weaving through long-leaf pines and scrub oak hills, past serene creek bottoms and cypress ponds. For those seeking a more manageable challenge, there’s also a 50K race covering two loops and a shorter but equally captivating 16-mile run. This year, runners will enjoy enhanced amenities including full-color tech T-shirts for all pre-registered participants and top-finisher awards across each distance category. With only 250 spots available in total, early registration is crucial to secure your place on this historic trail. The race offers well-placed water stops and aid stations along the looped course, providing essential hydration and nutrition throughout the event. These strategically located points will serve runners of all distances, enabling them to refuel with water, sports drinks, gels, and snacks as they navigate the challenging terrain. In addition to the competitive spirit that animates this event, participants can look forward to a post-race celebration featuring delicious food options such as burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, chips, fruit, and cookies. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable running adventure in one of Florida’s most beautiful natural settings.
Races Offered
50 Miler
Apr 03, 2027
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80.5K
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06:00
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$90.00
Spectator Fee
Apr 03, 2027
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Spectator Fee
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06:00
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$8.00
16 Miler
Apr 03, 2027
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25.7K
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07:00
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$60.00
50K
Apr 03, 2027
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50K
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07:00
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$80.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Brooksville.
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16.7° / 28.4°
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16.5° / 27.6°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 18m
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Avg rainfall
1.4 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
11.0 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
High (6.0)
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Humidity
69.1%
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Sunrise
07:02
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Sunset
19:55
About Brooksville
Learn more about the host city, Brooksville.
Brooksville is a city in and the county seat of Hernando County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, Brooksville had a population of 8,890. Brooksville is home to historic buildings and residences, including the homes of former Florida governor William Sherman Jennings and football player Jerome Brown.
