Lace up your running shoes and celebrate Independence Day with a thrilling trail experience at the US 5K, 10K, & 13.1M at Tallahassee, FL (27) on Saturday, July 4, 2026. This popular event, offering half marathon, 10K, and 5K distances, invites runners to discover the natural beauty of Tallahassee's renowned Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway.
The race unfolds on scenic trails within Leon County, providing a refreshing escape from hard surfaces onto a natural trail. Runners will navigate an engaging out-and-back course, winding through beautiful canopy paths, alongside wide-open pastureland, and over gently rolling hills shaded by impressive live oaks, sweet gums, and hickory trees. The 5K and 10K feature multiple laps of a 0.78-mile course segment, while half marathoners will complete six laps of a 1.09-mile out-and-back course to achieve their 13.1-mile goal within a generous 3-hour and 30-minute time limit. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, with packet pickup beginning 30 minutes prior, and parking conveniently available at the Miccosukee Canopy Road Greenway at 5600 Miccosukee Rd.
As you cross the finish line, look forward to earning a well-deserved finisher medal, with event shirts and gear also available. Participants are encouraged to embrace the festive spirit, with awards given for the best costume. Typical race day conditions in early July can be warm, with highs around 92F and lows near 73F, and a 25% chance of precipitation, so plan your hydration and gear accordingly for this memorable Independence Day run.
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