2025 Enchanted Forest Sanctuary 5K/2K Trail Run/Hike

Enchanted Forest 5K Run/Hike, 2K Run/Hike, and Kids Fun Run – October 12, 2025

Come spend a magical morning in the Enchanted Forest and "Run for Rides" to help us raise funds for a new tram cart! The Enchanted Forest is the flagship sanctuary of the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Program. The Forest consists of 480 acres with hiking trails, an environmental education center, and great opportunities to see the natural Florida!

REGISTRATION

• Preferred Method: Advanced online registration is preferred and encouraged: on-site registration will be available for a limited time on the morning of the race.
• Pre-Race Registration Fees: 5K Run - $35: 2K Run/Hike - $30: Kids Fun Run - Free
• Race Day Fees: 5K Run - $40: 2K Run/Hike - $35: Kids Fun Run - Free
• Proceeds: A portion of the proceeds will go to the Friends of the Enchanted Forest, Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to protecting Brevard County’s natural treasures.

PACKET PICK-UP

• Times: Packet pick-up will be from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, October 10 and 11.
• Location: Enchanted Forest, 444 Columbia Blvd, Titusville, FL 32780.
• Race Day Packet Pickup: Available at the venue from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.

DIRECTIONS

The race is held in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary, 444 Columbia Blvd, Titusville, FL 32780.

PARKING

Volunteers will be on location directing traffic. Parking on race day will be along the entrance road.

RACE RULES

• No Pets: NO PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE ENCHANTED FOREST. This is by county ordinance.
• Trail Guidelines: Stay on designated trails at all times.
• Wildlife: Runners must yield to wildlife.
• Littering: Littering is strictly prohibited.

RACE AND COURSE DETAILS

• 5K Run/Hike Start: 8:00 a.m.
• 2K Run/Hike Start: 8:10 a.m.
• Kids Fun Run Start: 9:30 a.m. (approximately 0.25 miles for ages 1 - 12).
• Pre-Race Meeting: A mandatory pre-race meeting will take place at 7:45 a.m.

AID STATION

There will be one water station on the course and one post-race refreshment table at the finish line. The on-course water station will be at the junction of the Mesic Trail and Magnolia Loop, approximately 1.5 miles into the course. The finish line post-race refreshment table will have a variety of options.

AWARDS

• Overall Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for male and female in both the 5K and 2K.
• Age Group Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female age groups: 9-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-45, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up.

VOLUNTEERS

There are several opportunities to volunteer before and during the race. If you are interested in volunteering, please send an email to FriendsEFS@gmail.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

For more details about registration and event specifics, please visit this link.