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Saturday, November 14th, 2026
11100 SW 16th Avenue, Ocala FL
5K
58–76°F · low rain risk
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2025
48–75°F
dry
2024
65–85°F
dry
2023
64–74°F
rain
2022
52–75°F
dry
2021
46–64°F
dry
2020
63–81°F
dry
2019
56–76°F
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2018
65–79°F
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2017
60–77°F
dry
2016
60–73°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Join us for a race on the Florida Trail!
- Course: This is a well-marked 5k loop trail, taking you up to the top of the famed Landbridge of the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway via the Blue and Orange blazed trails.
- Photo Opportunity: Run as quickly as you can or slow down at the Landbridge for a quick photo.
- Medals: All finishers will receive a custom race medal at the finish line.
- Post-Race: After you cross the finish, we will be hosting a post-race breakfast and social with trail talk, laughs, and plenty of shenanigans.
Race Timing
Race Timing is provided by Trail Head Ultras, and results will be updated live during the race. Results can be found at https://trailheadultras.com/event/landbridge-trail-5k/
Packet Pickup
- Pick Up: Race Day Pick Up Only - No Prior Day Pick up Available.
- Location: Landbridge Trailhead Parking lot, 11100 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, FL 34476.
- Time: 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM.
- Race Start: Race will begin promptly at 8:30 am, and course will remain open until all participants have completed the race.
Rucking Division Rules
- Challenge: Carry the weight, earn a patch!
- Weight Checks: Ruck weight checks will be conducted at check-in.
- Minimum Weight: Women: 20 lbs dry: Men under 150 lbs: 20 lbs dry: Men 150 lbs and over: 30 lbs dry.
- Pack Type: Must be a backpack/ruck worn on the back—no vests or hand-carrying.
Additional Rucking Rules:
- Carry It All: Ruck must stay with you for the entire race. No dropping or handoffs.
- No Help: No outside assistance or weight sharing.
Support The Florida Trail
The Florida Trail (FT) is a 1,500-mile trail that extends from the Big Cypress National Preserve at the edge of the Everglades in south Florida to Gulf Islands National Seashore on Santa Rosa Island in the Florida panhandle. The trail is used by thru-hikers, day hikers, trail runners, and for events like the one you're signing up for now!
- Recreation: The FT provides opportunities for recreation in some of the most beautiful and unique landscapes in Florida.
- Volunteer Work: It's made possible by the work of the Florida Trail Association (FTA) and thousands of volunteer hours.
- Donations: FTA relies on donations from trail users like you to sustain their volunteer work.
- Suggested Donation: Minimum suggested donation per participant of $25.
To learn more about the Florida Trail, visit www.floridatrail.org
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