Trail Running in Florida
Florida has 18 upcoming trail-running races scheduled for 2026. No single city dominates the calendar. Inverness leads with 2 races, followed by Atlantic Beach (2), Alachua (1), and Sorrento (1). The remaining 67% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
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Withlacoochee State Trail Annual Ride
Inverness, FL
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Withlacoochee State Trail Annual Ride
October 4, 2026
Inverness, FL
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PawPals 4 Life 5k
Sorrento, FL
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PawPals 4 Life 5k
October 24, 2026
Sorrento, FL
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Hobe Sound Chamber Halloween Hustle 5K Trail Race
October 24, 2026
Hobe Sound, FL
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Cooper's CURE-ageous 5K Trail Race
Stuart, FL
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Cooper's CURE-ageous 5K Trail Race
November 14, 2026
Stuart, FL
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AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run - Night Owl 5K and Coyote 10K
February 6, 2027
Lakeland, FL
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AdventHealth Lake Apopka Scenic Trail 30K Run, 8 Miler & 5K
February 13, 2027
Apopka, FL
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Gator Wilderness Camp Trail Run/Walk 5k, 10k & 15k
April 24, 2027
Punta Gorda, FL
Frequently asked questions
What is trail running?▾
Trail running takes place on unpaved surfaces like dirt paths, mountain trails, and forest roads. Distances range from 5K to 100+ miles. Trail running emphasizes scenery, elevation, and technical terrain over pace.
What shoes do I need for trail running?▾
Trail running shoes have aggressive lugs for traction, rock plates for protection, and a more durable outsole than road shoes. Popular brands include Hoka, Salomon, and Altra. Choose shoes based on your local terrain.
How is trail running different from road running?▾
Trail running involves more elevation change, uneven footing, and slower paces than road running. Expect to run 20-40% slower on trails compared to roads. The focus shifts from pace per mile to effort and time on feet.
What are the best trail running destinations in the US?▾
Colorado, California, Oregon, and Utah offer world-class trail running. Iconic areas include the Sierra Nevada, Rocky Mountains, Pacific Northwest forests, and Appalachian trails. Browse trail events by state on RACE.