Flatwoods 5K Run/Walk
Schedule
Sat Nov 01 2025 at 08:30 am to 10:30 am
UTC-04:00Location
UF / IFAS Austin Cary Forest | Gainesville, FL
About the Flatwoods 5K. The Flatwoods 5K is touted by many local runners as Gainesville’s most beautiful, memorable 5K venue, run just after sunrise on a scenic limerock loop road around UF's Austin Cary Forest (10625 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville, FL 32609). The sights, sounds, and smells of the Forest, shared with friends and family, are sure to create lasting memories. Race proceeds support forestry education and outreach to help sustain Florida's natural heritage.
This year the Florida Forestry Association is co-sponsoring the race/walk, so expect more fun and excitement than ever before.
The race is chip timed by Start2Finish Race Management. The course is accurately measured (but not USATF certified), with mile markers. There is a water station at the halfway point, and post-race refreshments. Strollers are welcome, but please note the road is unpaved. Note also that parking and the starting line will be approximately 2 miles (5-8 min. drive) from the main gate on Waldo Rd.
Start time is 8:30 AM.
Registration and race t-shirt. Registration is $20. Runners 12 years and under race for free. You can purchase a race t-shirt fo…
Where is it happening?
UF / IFAS Austin Cary Forest, Lake Mize, Gainesville, FL 32609, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays: