_ The 2018 River-N-Rapids Half Marathon, 10K & 5K:
Now in it's seventh year, the River-N-Rapids Half Marathon, 10k & 5k hs grown into one of our most popular events--with trails to challenge you with one of the most scenic courses in the state.
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 2018 River-N-Rapids Half Marathon and 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, over the historic CCC suspension bridge and then onto the park's Rapids Trail. The River-N-Rapids 5k will take participants across the river, across the suspension bridge and then onto the park's Rapids Trail--scenic incentive to get your body moving!
Whats Included?
Awards in All Distances:
Park Entrance Fees:
Event Parking:
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 takes place rain or shine.
No entry fee refunds.
Event details and schedule
Friday, April 8
Overnight Camping Available
Saturday, April 7
6:30am--Park Opens/Check-in/Day-of Registrations (if not sold out)
8:00am--Start of the Half Marathon
8:15am--Start of the 10k
8:30am--Start of the 5k
AWARDS will be handed out as they are computed by our timers. There will be no official awards ceremony.