The Inferno Challenge
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location Lehigh Acres, Florida
- Price $30.15 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready to unleash your inner athlete at The Inferno Challenge, a thrilling race event taking place on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, in the scenic Harns Marsh area of Lehigh Acres, Florida. This summer spectacle features three exhilarating race distances: the 5K, 12K, and 25K, catering to runners of all levels. Whether you're a casual jogger or a seasoned endurance athlete, this event dares you to take on the intense Florida heat while navigating the flat and fast terrain.
Starting at 7:30 AM, participants will face the ultimate test of stamina under the blazing sun, making it a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and prove your mettle. With a cut-off time of 12:00 PM for all races, don’t forget to dress light, hydrate early, and apply that sunscreen! All finishers will receive a custom medal and an Inferno T-shirt, with awards for the top overall and age group finishers. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fiery competition in beautiful Lee County, and see if you can beat the heat!
Starting at 7:30 AM, participants will face the ultimate test of stamina under the blazing sun, making it a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and prove your mettle. With a cut-off time of 12:00 PM for all races, don’t forget to dress light, hydrate early, and apply that sunscreen! All finishers will receive a custom medal and an Inferno T-shirt, with awards for the top overall and age group finishers. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and fiery competition in beautiful Lee County, and see if you can beat the heat!
Organiser's Description
The Inferno 5K, 12K & 25K
Can You Beat the Heat?
Get ready to turn up the heat at one of the hottest races of the summer!
THE INFERNO 5K, 12K AND 25K is coming to Harns Marsh in Lehigh Acres, FL on again Saturday, Saturday July 18th, 2026 and were daring you to take on the sun, the sweat, and the Florida fire! The 5K is for everyone but the 12K and 25K are designed for endurance athletes and heat-hardened runners, this race pushes limits with gritty summer miles through Florida's sun-soaked terrain. This is your chance to prove you can go the distance and handle the heat.
RACE DAY DETAILS:
Location: Harns Marsh, Lehigh Acres (Lee County, FL)
Start Time: 7:30 AM
male sign Distance: 5K,125K or 25K
Terrain: Flat and fast but the real challenge is the heat and the sun!
Cut Off Time: 12:00 PM (All races) - No Exceptions!
RACE SWAG:
Custom finisher medal for all participants
Inferno T Shirt
Awards for top overall and age group finishers
PACKET PICKUP:
Fleet Feet Fort Myers
Friday, July 17th 2026
5:00 PM 7:00 PM
5K COURSE:
Click HERE! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2991555?units=km]
25K:
Click HERE! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2985490?units=km]
Dress light, hydrate early, and bring your sunscreen!
Can You Beat the Heat?
Get ready to turn up the heat at one of the hottest races of the summer!
THE INFERNO 5K, 12K AND 25K is coming to Harns Marsh in Lehigh Acres, FL on again Saturday, Saturday July 18th, 2026 and were daring you to take on the sun, the sweat, and the Florida fire! The 5K is for everyone but the 12K and 25K are designed for endurance athletes and heat-hardened runners, this race pushes limits with gritty summer miles through Florida's sun-soaked terrain. This is your chance to prove you can go the distance and handle the heat.
RACE DAY DETAILS:
Location: Harns Marsh, Lehigh Acres (Lee County, FL)
Start Time: 7:30 AM
male sign Distance: 5K,125K or 25K
Terrain: Flat and fast but the real challenge is the heat and the sun!
Cut Off Time: 12:00 PM (All races) - No Exceptions!
RACE SWAG:
Custom finisher medal for all participants
Inferno T Shirt
Awards for top overall and age group finishers
PACKET PICKUP:
Fleet Feet Fort Myers
Friday, July 17th 2026
5:00 PM 7:00 PM
5K COURSE:
Click HERE! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2991555?units=km]
25K:
Click HERE! [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2985490?units=km]
Dress light, hydrate early, and bring your sunscreen!
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