The Swamp 10k/30k/50k is a beautifully, challenging, single track, trail race with a field limit of 125 racers. The Swamp Trail Race course is a 6.2 mile loop that is flowing, single track with lots of short, steep climbs. The elevation gain in the clockwise direction is 469 ft per …
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The Swamp 10k/30k/50k is a beautifully, challenging, single track, trail race with a field limit of 125 racers.
The Swamp Trail Race course is a 6.2 mile loop that is flowing, single track with lots of short, steep climbs. The elevation gain in the clockwise direction is 469 ft per loop.
10k+ runners will run 1 loop. 30k+ runners will run 3 loops. 50k+ runners will run 5 loops.
Our 50k boasts 2,345 feet of elevation gain, the most of any Florida 50k. Whether you want to take on the hills for the sake of enjoyment, or to prepare for mountain races out of state, this is the course for you.
Our 10k race is a fundraiser for breast cancer and is known as the Debby10k, run in memory of the RD’s sister, who in November 2021 lost her eight year battle with Metastatic Breast Cancer. Only 20% are expected to live to five years with this aggressive form of cancer, let alone past it, so as you can see she was a fighter and fittingly deserves a race run in her honor that will benefit breast cancer research.
Support Crews are optional. Two aid stations will be available each 6.2 mi loop. One with electrolyte fluids and minimal food. The other at 3 miles will be manned also but with water only. Those with a support crew / pacers will have to access runners by foot at each aid station as trail head parking lot will be open to cars but will fill quickly and other entry is off busy main road i.e. Colbert Ln. There will be stretches of up to 3 miles between aid stations.
Pacers will be allowed for the last 2 loops of the 50k race. All runners will be required to run with a hydration vest or bottle as this will be a green race and waste will be kept to a minimum.
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One of the Toughest in Florida!
I have run this race every year, and have completed every distance, with the exception of the 100K, which is no longer offered. This is one of the toughest trails … MORE
I have run this race every year, and have completed every distance, with the exception of the 100K, which is no longer offered. This is one of the toughest trails you’ll find in Florida. Thankfully, it is in my hometown, so I get plenty of practice on it. Just shy of 7 miles of twists, turn and hills on a beautiful mountain bike trail. Adding to the difficulty, the 10K starts in the afternoon, which is sometimes toasty in FL.
Race director is super welcoming and encouraging. Pre-race communication is thorough. Freshly prepared post-race food (pulled pork sandwiches this year). All racers receive a shirt, and all finishers get a wooden finisher medal and “Swamp Survivor” magnet.
Challenging trail race...
This 50k consists of 5 laps around a BMX bike trail and comes complete with tons of rolling hills, steep hills, roots, shells, rocks, and soft pine needles. If you … MORE
This 50k consists of 5 laps around a BMX bike trail and comes complete with tons of rolling hills, steep hills, roots, shells, rocks, and soft pine needles. If you are looking for a challenging 50K trail race, this race is for you. For finishing, we got a handtowel and a magnet that lists all the events (10k/50k/100k). Was disappointing since this was my first.