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 ParkDates: Friday 5K + Saturday 10K & Half MarathonDistances: 5K | 10K | Half MarathonTerrain: Smooth, runnable trails through shaded forestSwag: Finisher medal and race swag itemFood: Spaghetti dinner Friday and breakfast burritos Saturday

PACKET PICK-UP & START TIMES

Friday Packet Pick-Up 2:00 PM – 6:00 PMManatee Springs State Park
Saturday Packet Pick-Up6:00 AM – 7:00 AMManatee Springs State Park
Start Times5K (Friday): 5:30 PMHalf Marathon (Saturday): 7:15 AM10K (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 trailsSmooth, runnable terrain for all levelsStart and finish near the springsChance to see a manateeFamily-friendly, welcoming atmosphereTwo-day race weekend experience