Choose from 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distances and experience scenic Florida wilderness, smooth runnable trails, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you're chasing a PR or enjoying the outdoors, this race delivers a memorable trail experience for all levels.
Experience a scenic trail run through the beautiful woods of Colt Creek State Park. Surrounded by towering pine trees, flat terrain, and peaceful lakes, this event offers the perfect blend of performance, community, and nature.
Designed for both first-time trail runners and experienced athletes, the course is well-marked, highly runnable, and set in one of Central Florida’s most pristine state parks.
Friday Packet Pick-Up: 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Saturday Packet Pick-Up: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Start Times:
Half Marathon – 7:15 AM
10K – 7:30 AM
5K – 7:45 AM
5K | 3.18 miles • 104 ft elevation gain
1 aid station
10K | 6.28 miles • 180 ft elevation gain
2 aid stations • 1 restroom
Half Marathon | 13.13 miles • 330 ft elevation gain
5 aid stations • 3 restrooms
Nutrition at miles 5, 7.5, and 10
All races are professionally chip timed.
Every participant receives:
Finisher medal
Choice of Race swag item
Post-race snacks
Awards are given to overall and age group winners in each distance.
Register your team and compete in our Run Club Competition.
Fastest Team Awards in the 5K|10K|HALF
Get Up & Go Award - Largest Team
PARKING & PARK INFO
Parking fees go directly to Colt Creek State Park. Passes are single-use, and runners may also purchase an annual Florida State Parks pass.
Flat, fast, and beginner-friendly trail course
Beautiful pine forests and lake views
Well-marked and professionally managed event
Family-friendly atmosphere
👉 Register now and join us for an unforgettable day on the trails at Colt Creek State Park!
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 13.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:15
$70.00
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 6.2 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$46.00
Apr 17, 2027
Distance — 3.1 Miles
Type — Running
07:45
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Lakeland.
Learn more about the host city, Lakeland.
Lakeland is the largest city in Polk County, Florida. It is home to Florida Southern College, which has the largest collection of buildings by Frank Lloyd Wright at a single site in the world.
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