The Florida Run @ Colt Creek State Park - Half Marathon

The Florida Run @ Colt Creek State Park - Half Marathon

Apr 17, 2027Lakeland, FL, United States

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Distance

13.1 mi

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Difficulty

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About this run

Run the trails of beautiful Colt Creek State Park on April 17, 2027 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.   EVENT OVERVIEW 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.   RACE SCHEDULE 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   DISTANCES & COURSE DETAILS 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    SWAG & AWARDS 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.   RUN CLUB COMPETITION 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.   WHY RUN COLT CREEK? 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!

Typical conditions

For events around April 2027 in Lakeland, FL, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.

How to prepare

Half marathon prep usually includes a weekly long run that builds toward 16–20 km, plus easy runs for recovery. Confirm packet pickup and start procedures on the official registration page.

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Getting there

This event is listed in Lakeland, FL, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.

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