Nighthawk Trail Run - Coyote 10K

FEB
7
2026
Race under the stars at AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run in Colt Creek State Park with 5K, 10K and a 15K Challenge. Rugged unpaved loops, headlamp required for the 5K, finisher medals and a race shirt promise a memorable night on the trails.
Sat 7 Feb 2026
15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event overview

The AdventHealth Nighthawk Trail Run is an evening trail event on February 7, 2026, at Colt Creek State Park in Lakeland, FL (16000 State Rte 471). The event includes live and virtual options and features races that take place on unpaved loop trails within the park. Headlamps are required for the 5K event. Strollers, baby joggers, and pets are prohibited on the courses.

Race options, course details and extras

Distances:

  • 5K (3.1 miles)
  • 10K (6.2 miles)
  • 15K Nighthawk Challenge (run the 5K and 10K back-to-back)

The course uses loop trails that may include soft sand, standing water, mud, rocks, roots, and wildlife. The 5K requires a battery-powered headlamp. The Nighthawk Challenge requires registration via a specific bundle; runners registering for the Challenge are advised to be able to run a 10K in under 1:30.

Event amenities listed include a premium race T-shirt, finisher medals (plus an extra medal for Challenge finishers), chip timing, a well-marked and accurately measured course, post-race food and drinks, and awards three deep in five-year age groups. Awards also include top three overall and top masters, with male and female divisions. Virtual 15K and virtual 5K-10K options are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.