Description
Opened in 1938, Hillsborough River State Park is one of Florida's first state parks; this original Civilian Conservation Corps park is divided by the swiftly flowing Hillsborough River with a set of Class II rapids. The River-N-Rapids 10K will have participants running along the high banks of the river above the rapids, through a variety of habitats, past some huge oak trees and over the historic CCC suspension bridge. The River-N-Rapids Fun Run will take participants approximately two miles on the parks Rapids Trail--scenic incentive to get your body moving!
RIVER-N-RAPIDS 10K
- Course: This run consists of two loops (Florida Trail and Rapids Trail) and a connector (Baynard Trail).
- This is a trail run--expect roots and ruts, mud and sand, rocks and boardwalks!
- Aid Stations: 2-3 on route with sports drink, water, a variety of snacks. BUT, there will not be an aid station every mile.
Whats Included?
- Custom Tech Shirt (guaranteed for pre-registration only)
- Post-Race Breakfast and Drinks
10K Awards:
- First Place Male and Female Overall
- Custom Award for First Place in each Age Group
Age Groups
RIVER-N-RAPIDS FUN RUN
- Course: One loop of the Rapids Trail
- This is a trail run--expect a few roots and ruts, mud and sand, rocks and boardwalks!
- Aid Stations: 1 on route with sports drink, water, a variety of snacks.
Whats Included?
- A great run along the river!
Fun Run Awards:
- First Place Male and Female Overall
Park Entrance Fees:
- Regular Park Entrance Fees Apply
- $6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
- $4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle.
- $2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
Event Parking:
- Main event parking will be in Parking Lot #3
- Overflow parking as directed by HRSP staff/volunteers
- Parking is limited, so please carpool with other participants if practical
HILLSBOROUGH RIVER STATE PARK
We encourage you to make a day or a weekend out of racing at Hillsborough River State Park. With a number of picnic areas, pavilions, several playgrounds, the Spirit of the Woods Pool Side Cafe and Gift Shop, an ADA-accessible half-acre swimming pool and canoe and bicycle rentals, the park is a great place to bring the entire family!
Camping at Hillsborough River State Park
Hillsborough River offers RV and tent camping with electric on most of the campsites in this 112 site campground. Each site is equipped with water, a fire ring and picnic table. Each loop has restrooms with hot showers and laundry facilities.
Camping Reservations:
Reservations may be made up to 11 months in advance through ReserveAmerica. http://floridastateparks.reserveamerica.com
Event schedule and times
Friday, April 12
Overnight Camping Available
Saturday, April 13
8:00am--Park Opens/Check-in/Day-of Registrations (if not sold out)
9:00am--Start of the 10K
9:20am--Start of the Fun Run
10:30am--Post-Race Breakfast (included for 10K) available
11:30am (approximately)--Awards and Raffle