Apex Endurance Challenge

🏞️ Event Overview

The Apex Endurance Challenge is an exciting test of grit and stamina designed to bring endurance athletes of all kinds together for one unforgettable day of adventure. Taking place on February 7th at the beautiful T. Mabry Carlton Reserve, this event offers something for every competitor: a rugged 25K and 50K trail race, plus action-packed 4-hour and 8-hour adventure races. Whether you’re chasing distance on foot or seeking a multi-discipline endurance challenge, the Apex Endurance Challenge is all about pushing your limits, embracing the outdoors, and having fun with a community of like-minded athletes.

🗓️ Race Details

• Date: February 7, 2026
• Location: 1800 Mabry Carlton Pkwy, Venice, FL 34292
• Event URL: Apex Endurance Challenge
• Check-In: 6:30am for 50K & 25K, 10:30am for 4-hour and 8-hour adventure races

🏃 50K & 25K Details

• Start Time: 7:30am
• Cut Off Time: 4:30pm
• Course: Course layout will be provided soon.

🚣 8 Hour Adventure Race

• Race Distance: 24-40 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
• Categories: Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
• Description: Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 24-40 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course.
• Boats: Boats will be included in your registration cost: you are encouraged to bring your own boat for a discount on a future race.

🚴 4 Hour Adventure Race

• Race Distance: 16-20 Miles (4 to 5 miles per hour average speed)
• Categories: Solo, Two Person, Three Person and Four Person Teams
• Description: Teams of 1-4 will travel across land, water and swamp in Carlton Reserve covering approximately 16-20 miles. Racers will use pre-plotted Cal topo maps to navigate to check points while paddling, cycling and running/trekking through the course.
• Boats: Boats will be included in your registration cost: you are encouraged to bring your own boat for a discount on a future race.

🏆 Awards

Awards ceremony will take place at 4:30pm.