Run Ocala
Your central hub for the running community in Ocala and Marion County, Florida
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- What is Run Ocala?
- Run Ocala is a community-focused website serving as the central hub for the running community in Ocala and Marion County, Florida. We provide information about local running events, clubs, businesses, and resources for runners of all levels.
- How can I find running events near me?
- Visit our Events page to browse upcoming races in Ocala and Marion County. You can filter by event type (road, trail, track) and search by name or location. We list 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, trail runs, and more.
- How do I join a local running club?
- Check out our Clubs page for a directory of running clubs in the area. Each listing includes meeting locations, schedules, and contact information so you can reach out directly to join.
- What is Track for Marion?
- Track for Marion is our advocacy initiative to bring a public track facility to Marion County. Currently, runners have limited access to school tracks. A dedicated public track would benefit runners, students, and the entire community.
- Where can I run in Ocala?
- Our Where to Run page features popular running routes, trails, and tracks in Marion County. Each location includes maps, terrain information, difficulty ratings, and available amenities like water fountains and restrooms.
- How can I submit an event to Run Ocala?
- To submit a running event for listing on our site, visit our Contact page and send us your event details including the date, time, location, distance, and registration link. We review submissions and add qualifying local events to our calendar.