2026 Long Play Trail Run
The 2026 Long Play Trail Run will take place on March 7, 2026, at the Ridge Manor Trailhead on the Withlacoochee State Trail in Brooksville, Florida. This annual event, held on the first Saturday of March, offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Croom Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest through a single-loop trail run. On this date, Brooksville is expected to have partly cloudy skies with temperatures ranging from 58°F to 68°F, creating ideal conditions for a comfortable and enjoyable run. Participants will navigate a scenic course that begins and ends at the trailhead, winding along the Withlacoochee River before transitioning into rugged forest paths. The route is well-marked with trail tape and signs, ensuring a clear and memorable trail-running experience through Florida's wilderness.
What distances are available for this event?
- →33.3 Miler (33⅓ miles)
- →Half Marathon
- →6K
What are the start times for each distance?
- →33.3 Miler: 7:00 AM
- →Half Marathon: 9:00 AM
- →6K: 9:30 AM
What are the aid station details for the 33.3 Miler?
- →Aid Stations at Mile Markers: 5.8 (drop bag), 11, 18.5 (drop bag), 25.5, 28.2 (drop bag)
- →Hydration-only stops at MM 13.5 & MM 21.3
- →Note: 6 miles to first aid station; 5.8 miles from last aid station to finish
- →Recommendation: Carry at least 2L of fluids
What are the aid station details for the Half Marathon?
- →Aid Station at Mile Marker 6.2 (course details also reference MM 6.3 & 7.2)
- →Recommendation: Carry at least 2L of fluids
What are the aid station details for the 6K?
- →No aid stations on course; finish-line refreshments provided
- →Recommendation: Carry at least 16oz of fluid
What are the finisher rewards for this event?
- →Handcrafted finisher medal by Wicked Skins Athletics
- →Vinyl record for all finishers
- →Top 3 Male/Female in each distance receive special awards
What is the post-race event?
- →Post-race picnic/barbecue at finish area — participants encouraged to bring a chair or blanket
What course maps or GPX links are available for this event?
- →33 miles: Visit Website ↗
- →21 km: Visit Website ↗
- →6 km: Visit Website ↗
What is the race-day packet pickup schedule?
- →Race-day packet pickup begins 1 hour before each start
How long is the course open on race day?
- →The course remains open until 5:00 PM for all distances
What is the rollover policy for this event?
- →No refunds offered
- →75% rollover credit available toward next year's race (must request by 7 days pre-race)
- →Credit applied at checkout when re-registering via Edit link in registration history