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Trail Hog Half Marathon

Date
November 28, 2026
Distance
Trail Hog Half Marathon · Trail Hog 10k · Trail Hog 5k

From the Organizer

🎉 Welcome to the Trail Hog Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Run!
We’re thrilled to have you join us for an unforgettable race at Carlton Reserve. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your experience:

📍 Event Overview:
Race: Trail Hog Half Marathon, 10k, 5k Run
Location: Carlton Preserve
Packet Pick-Up: Race morning starting at 6:30 AM
Race Start Time: 8 AM
 
🎽 Runner Perks:
A stylish race t-shirt
Post-race snacks & refreshments
A fun, festive atmosphere
Age group awards and recognition

Age Group Categories:

Under 12
13–19
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
 🎶 Race Day Fun:
Local vendor booths to explore
Music to keep the energy high
Great vibes and community spirit
 🧘 Pre-Race Stretch Session:
Join us 30 minutes before the race for a guided group stretch to get warmed up and ready to run. Thank you for being part of the trail run experience! We’re so excited to see you at the start line!
Let’s make this a race to remember!

Happy Racing! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Distances & Pricing

Trail Hog Half Marathon8 AMRegister →
Trail Hog 10k8:05 AMRegister →
Trail Hog 5k8:10 AMRegister →

Race Location

About This Sport

From Endurance Grid's Founder

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.

Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.

The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.

How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Trail Hog Half Marathon?
Trail Hog Half Marathon is a running event held in Venice, FL. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Trail Hog Half Marathon?
Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Venice, FL at 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice, FL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Trail Hog Half Marathon?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Trail Hog Half Marathon

Nov 28, 2026

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