Angry Tortoise 50K

FEB
21
2026
Take on the 13th Angry Tortoise trail run in Cary State Forest near Jacksonville, choosing 25K or 50K courses over scenic forest roads with solid aid station support. Finishers get awards, lunch and free hot showers while helping Florida Striders kids programs.
Sat 21 Feb 2026
50 kilometers 25 kilometers

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Event overview

The Angry Tortoise 25K/50K is a trail run held in Cary State Forest near Bryceville, FL, on the outskirts of Jacksonville. The 2026 edition is the event's 13th anniversary. Distances offered:

  • 25K
  • 50K

The race uses forest roads through flatwoods and includes well-supported aid stations. There is an eight-hour cut-off for both distances. Participants receive a race shirt (not guaranteed for registrations after 12:00pm on 01 February 2026) and finisher awards. Lunch is provided to runners after the race.

Logistics and awards

The start/finish area is near restroom facilities that include a free hot shower for male and female participants. Awards are given in each distance to first, second and third overall male and female; first male and female masters (40-49); first male and female grandmasters (50-69); and first male and female senior grandmasters (70 and over). Proceeds from the race support the Florida Striders Kids' Running Programs. Registration closes Sun, Feb 22 at 11:59PM ET. A race video and a course map are available for reference. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 km
50k
25 km
25k