Kick off your weekend at Manatee Springs State Park with a Friday 5K and Saturday 10K and Half Marathon—two days of trail running set in one of North Florida’s most scenic parks.

Smooth, runnable trails. Shaded forest. Crystal-clear springs.

QUICK INFO

Location: Manatee Springs State Park
Dates: Friday 5K + Saturday 10K & Half Marathon
Distances: 5K | 10K | Half Marathon
Terrain: Smooth, runnable trails through shaded forest
Swag: Finisher medal and race swag item
Food: Spaghetti dinner Friday and breakfast burritos Saturday

PACKET PICK-UP & START TIMES

Friday Packet Pick-Up 
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Manatee Springs State Park

Saturday Packet Pick-Up
6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Manatee Springs State Park

Start Times
5K (Friday): 5:30 PM
Half Marathon (Saturday): 7:15 AM
10K (Saturday): 7:30 AM

FEATURED EVENTS

Manatee Springs Weekend Challenge (5K + Half Marathon)
Make it a full weekend. Run Friday and Saturday, push your limits, and earn serious bragging rights.

Double Down Challenge (5K + 10K)
Two races. Two days. Double the fun.

Includes a special Weekend Challenge finisher item.
Save when you bundle. Limited availability.

PARKING & PARK INFO

Parking fees go directly to Manatee Springs State Park.

Parking passes are single day use only and must be purchased online the morning of the race. You may also use or purchase an annual Florida State Park Pass. Please abide by the speed limit when entering the park. 

WHY RUN MANATEE SPRINGS

Beautiful shaded forest trails
Smooth, runnable terrain for all levels
Start and finish near the springs
Chance to see a manatee
Family-friendly, welcoming atmosphere
Two-day race weekend experience