Lake Kissimmee Adventure Race & 50K
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Time 7:00AM EST
- Location Lake Wales, Florida
- Price $75.20 - $107.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Lake Kissimmee Adventure Race & 50K, taking place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in the stunning Lake Wales, Polk region of Florida! Set against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Kissimmee State Park, this event offers participants a unique blend of competition and exploration through one of Florida's most scenic and historic landscapes.
The Adventure Race features both 4-hour and 8-hour options, where athletes can tackle mountain biking, trekking, and paddling while navigating the park’s diverse terrain. With team categories ranging from solo to four-person teams, this race emphasizes endurance and teamwork, making it accessible for both seasoned racers and newcomers. Meanwhile, the 50K ultra-distance trail run challenges participants with five 10K loops through beautiful oak hammocks and open prairies, where runners must carry a horseshoe as a tribute to Florida's original cowboys.
Join us for a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the stunning natural beauty of Lake Kissimmee State Park—secure your spot today and embrace the spirit of Florida’s wild side!
The Adventure Race features both 4-hour and 8-hour options, where athletes can tackle mountain biking, trekking, and paddling while navigating the park’s diverse terrain. With team categories ranging from solo to four-person teams, this race emphasizes endurance and teamwork, making it accessible for both seasoned racers and newcomers. Meanwhile, the 50K ultra-distance trail run challenges participants with five 10K loops through beautiful oak hammocks and open prairies, where runners must carry a horseshoe as a tribute to Florida's original cowboys.
Join us for a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the stunning natural beauty of Lake Kissimmee State Park—secure your spot today and embrace the spirit of Florida’s wild side!
Organiser's Description
LAKE KISSIMMEE ADVENTURE RACE & 50K
A Race Through History & Wild Florida
Set in one of Floridas most scenic and historic parks, this adventure race is more than just a competitionits a journey through time. Lake Kissimmee State Park is home to vast prairies, numerous oak hammocks, and more than 35,000 acres of lakes, rivers, and canals, offering the perfect backdrop for an epic adventure. Participants will also race past the famous 1876 Cow Camp, where theyll get a glimpse into the life of Floridas Cracker Cowboys, the original cattle ranchers of the state. This unique piece of history adds an unforgettable element to the race, blending adventure with the rugged spirit of Floridas past.
ADVENTURE RACE:
The Lake Kissimmee Adventure Race isnt just about speedits about endurance, teamwork, and strategic navigation. Whether you're an experienced adventure racer or tackling your first race, this course will challenge you with a mix of terrain, water crossings, and strategic route choices, but is also built to be beginner friendly.
This race will challenge athletes with mountain biking, trekking, and paddling through the parks diverse landscapesall while using Topo maps to navigate the terrain. With both 4-hour and 8-hour race options, participants will push their limits across miles of winding trails, open grasslands, scenic waterways, and hidden checkpoints. Competitors can race solo or as part of a team (2, 3, or 4 people), working together to strategize, navigate, and conquer the course.
LOCATION: LAKE KISSIMMEE STATE PARK, FL
DATE: APRIL 12TH, 2025
8-HOUR RACE DETAILS:
Check-in: 6:30AM (Maps given to teams)
Pre-race Meeting: 7:30 AM
Race Start: 8:00AM
Finish/Cutoff: 4:00PM
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paddling, Navigation
Team Options: Solo, 2-Person, 3-Person, or 4-Person Teams
Total Estimated Mileage: 20-40 Miles
4-HOUR RACE DETAILS:
Check-in: 10:30AM (Maps given to teams)
Pre-race Meeting: 11:30 AM
Race Start: 12:00PM
Finish/Cutoff: 4:00PM
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paddling, Navigation
Team Options: Solo, 2-Person, 3-Person, or 4-Person Teams
Total Estimated Mileage: 10-20 Miles
50K:
This ultra-distance trail race will test your grit, stamina, and determination as you traverse the scenic landscapes of Lake Kissimmee State Park.
The 50K course consists of five 10K loops, winding through oak hammocks draped in Spanish moss, open prairies, and the winding trails of Old Florida. But there's a twisthonoring the heritage of the park and the Florida Crackers, which are Florida's original cowboys, runners will receive a horseshoe at the beginning of each lap and must be carried throughout the whole race. To continue onto the next loop, you must present your horseshoe(s) to get the next horseshoe and advance to the next lap. By the time you cross the finish line, you'll have completed 50 kilometers and earned five horseshoessymbols of your endurance and strength.
Race Start: 7:00 AM
Cutoff Time: 9 hours (4:00 PM)
Course: Five 10K loops through diverse terrain
Challenge: Collect and carry a horseshoe each lap
Total Distance: 50K (31 miles)
This unique ultra-run pays tribute to the legacy of Floridas cattle-driving pioneers while offering runners a rugged and rewarding challenge. Whether youre aiming for a personal best, your first ultra, or simply want to experience the untamed beauty of old Florida, this race is for you.
Saddle up and secure your spot now!
A Race Through History & Wild Florida
Set in one of Floridas most scenic and historic parks, this adventure race is more than just a competitionits a journey through time. Lake Kissimmee State Park is home to vast prairies, numerous oak hammocks, and more than 35,000 acres of lakes, rivers, and canals, offering the perfect backdrop for an epic adventure. Participants will also race past the famous 1876 Cow Camp, where theyll get a glimpse into the life of Floridas Cracker Cowboys, the original cattle ranchers of the state. This unique piece of history adds an unforgettable element to the race, blending adventure with the rugged spirit of Floridas past.
ADVENTURE RACE:
The Lake Kissimmee Adventure Race isnt just about speedits about endurance, teamwork, and strategic navigation. Whether you're an experienced adventure racer or tackling your first race, this course will challenge you with a mix of terrain, water crossings, and strategic route choices, but is also built to be beginner friendly.
This race will challenge athletes with mountain biking, trekking, and paddling through the parks diverse landscapesall while using Topo maps to navigate the terrain. With both 4-hour and 8-hour race options, participants will push their limits across miles of winding trails, open grasslands, scenic waterways, and hidden checkpoints. Competitors can race solo or as part of a team (2, 3, or 4 people), working together to strategize, navigate, and conquer the course.
LOCATION: LAKE KISSIMMEE STATE PARK, FL
DATE: APRIL 12TH, 2025
8-HOUR RACE DETAILS:
Check-in: 6:30AM (Maps given to teams)
Pre-race Meeting: 7:30 AM
Race Start: 8:00AM
Finish/Cutoff: 4:00PM
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paddling, Navigation
Team Options: Solo, 2-Person, 3-Person, or 4-Person Teams
Total Estimated Mileage: 20-40 Miles
4-HOUR RACE DETAILS:
Check-in: 10:30AM (Maps given to teams)
Pre-race Meeting: 11:30 AM
Race Start: 12:00PM
Finish/Cutoff: 4:00PM
Disciplines: Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paddling, Navigation
Team Options: Solo, 2-Person, 3-Person, or 4-Person Teams
Total Estimated Mileage: 10-20 Miles
50K:
This ultra-distance trail race will test your grit, stamina, and determination as you traverse the scenic landscapes of Lake Kissimmee State Park.
The 50K course consists of five 10K loops, winding through oak hammocks draped in Spanish moss, open prairies, and the winding trails of Old Florida. But there's a twisthonoring the heritage of the park and the Florida Crackers, which are Florida's original cowboys, runners will receive a horseshoe at the beginning of each lap and must be carried throughout the whole race. To continue onto the next loop, you must present your horseshoe(s) to get the next horseshoe and advance to the next lap. By the time you cross the finish line, you'll have completed 50 kilometers and earned five horseshoessymbols of your endurance and strength.
Race Start: 7:00 AM
Cutoff Time: 9 hours (4:00 PM)
Course: Five 10K loops through diverse terrain
Challenge: Collect and carry a horseshoe each lap
Total Distance: 50K (31 miles)
This unique ultra-run pays tribute to the legacy of Floridas cattle-driving pioneers while offering runners a rugged and rewarding challenge. Whether youre aiming for a personal best, your first ultra, or simply want to experience the untamed beauty of old Florida, this race is for you.
Saddle up and secure your spot now!
Lake Kissimmee Adventure Race & 50K