The Florida Run - Colt Creek State Park
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Colt Creek State Park Trail Run
The event is a trail running series held at Colt Creek State Park that uses maintained park trails through pine forest, lakeshores and open meadows. The course includes both flat sections and elevation changes, with occasional creek crossings and visible native flora and fauna.
Distances offered:
- 5K: 3.18 miles, 104 ft elevation gain, 1 aid station, 1 restroom.
- 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.
Aid stations are placed approximately every 2.5 miles; some stations are self-serve and some are staffed by volunteers. The half-marathon includes nutrition at miles 5, 7.5 and 10. On-course restrooms are provided at mile 3 of the 10K and at miles 3, 6 and 9.5 of the half-marathon. Participants receive event swag and a completion medallion, and chip timing is used for official results. Post-race food is available and there is an awards ceremony with individual age group awards, masters categories, overall awards and team awards including fastest run club and largest team recognition.
Parking at the park requires a day pass or an annual state parks pass; parking fees are paid directly to Colt Creek State Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
