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Hot August Night Trail Race

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Holder Mine Campground, Inverness FL

Saturday, August 8th, 2026

Race Overview

Hot August Night Trail Race is a 5 mile, 10 mile, or 20 mile night trail race in the Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee Forest. Join us under the stars and take in the natural beauty and magic of the forest at night.

The race starts and ends in Holder Mine, Inverness, FL.

Headlamps/Flashlights are REQUIRED during the race. Dress in bright colors and use your creativity to make your outfits "lit".

Race Details

  • Course Markings: The course will be marked with reflective pins and glow sticks.
  • Trail Type: It is entirely on single-track trails that wind through the woods.
  • Trail Surface: Trails are packed sand or pine-needle covered, with some gentle ups-and-downs.
  • Timing: Participants should cross the timing mat at the completion of each loop.

Packet Pickup: Begins at 5pm and continues until 7:25pm.

20 Mile Race: Start at 6pm. Runners must begin the 2nd loop by 8:30pm. 2 X 10 mile loops.

10 Mile Race: Start at 7pm. 1 X 10 mile loop.

5 Mile Race: Start at 7:30pm. 1 X 5 mile loop.

Check-in will start 45 minutes prior to the start of the event you are registered for. The course closes for all distances at 11:00 pm.

Aid Stations

  • 5-Mile Loop: There will be a hydration station on-course (approx 2.4 miles), an aid station at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
  • 10-Mile Loop: Hydration station & staffed aid station on-course, another aid station at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
  • 20-Mile Loop: Two 10-mile loops!
  • Celebration: Bring a camp chair and stick around after the race to celebrate your accomplishments! Every finisher earns a handcrafted medal.

Camping

There are RV and tent sites available in the Holder Mine Campground. - Book a campsite.

Race Date and Location

Date: 2026-08-08

Location: Holder Mine Campground, Inverness, FL

For more details, visit: Hot August Night Trail Race.

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