The Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer in Milton, Florida offers running, race walking, and walking options across two distances: a 13K and a 2.7-mile event. Held on February 13, 2027, the race starts at 9:00 AM from 5533 Alabama Street. Entry fees range from $15 to $52 depending on your chosen distance and registration timing. This multi-format event accommodates various fitness levels and experience, making it accessible whether you're training for longer distances or prefer a shorter outing. Milton's winter conditions in mid-February typically provide mild weather ideal for winter racing in the Florida panhandle.
From the Race Organizer
COME RUN THE TRAIL WITH US! Join the Blackwater Heritage Trail crew at our 3rd Annual Blackwater Heritage Trailblazer Fun Run on February 21, 2026 ! This is a beautiful tree-lined, well-maintained paved trail and the perfect path for a Saturday morning run with family and friends! This fun run event on the Blackwater Heritage Trail is open to all ages, running or walking abilities, strollers and leashed dogs. Unique awards, prizes and fun for the whole family! BRINGING BACK FOR THE 3RD YEAR: Family-friendly fun run/walk , 2.7 miles this year to honor the 27th year of the beautiful Blackwater Heritage Trail. Starts at 9:00am . No Age Group Awards to be given out for the fun run, but there will be fun prizes and door prizes given out for all participants. 13K RETURNING FOR THE 2ND YEAR: The 13km race starts at 9:00am , and features a scenic route on the trail, 4ish miles out and 4ish miles back - get your race on! Overall and Age group awards (see below). REGISTRATION/PRICING: $52 for the 13k race , and $27 for the 2.7 mile fun run/walk - thru 7:00pm Friday, Feb. 20th, 2026. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT 7:00pm ON Feb. 20th, 2026. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION for the 13k , but there WILL be race day registration for the 2.7 mile fun run/walk. Bring your family and come join us for a fun morning on the Heritage Trail! ***Shirt sizing guaranteed if registered by Feb. 6, 2025.... Size and/or availability of shirts is not guaranteed to late registrants (after Feb. 6, 2025). After Feb. 6, 2025 shirts will be on an inventory basis. So the earlier you signup the greater chance you will have in securing a shirt in your size! PACKET PICKUP/LATE REGISTRATION: NO Friday Packet Pickup this year! Come early on Saturday Feb. 21, 2025 @The Blackwater Heritage Trail Visitor Center 7:00 am to 8:30 am -- late registration (fun run/walk only!) and packet pickup for both distances. 13KM RACE AWARDS (Awards ceremony at 11:15-ish am at Prost Office Brewery): Top Male and Female Overall Top 3 Male and Female in age groups: (0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+). Top 3 Para-athletes Top 3 male and female walkers OTHER RACE DAY INFORMATION: Fun after-party at Prost Office Brewery - beer SPECIALS w/bib! Bring the whole family! Come meet the awesome folks of Pensacola Runners Association & Truly Spokin Bicycle Shop! Cool swag (guaranteed for each participant who registers by Feb. 10, 2025)! COME RUN THE TRAIL WITH US! And support the efforts of the Blackwater Heritage Trail CSO, the support organization that helps maintain the trail and its amenities. Please stay connected with us on Facebook (follow Adventure Calls & Blackwater Heritage State Trail ) and look for emails with updates! Blackwater Heritage Trailblazer Fun Run reserves the right to reschedule, go virtual, cancel or start the race at a later time due to inclement weather, emergency, pandemic or natural disaster. ***
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Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer Presented by Michael Hoeflich, Ameriprise Financial Services 2027 — Milton, FL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for February 13.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Milton, FL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer Presented by Michael Hoeflich, Ameriprise Financial Services 2027 — Milton, FL?
Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer Presented by Michael Hoeflich, Ameriprise Financial Services 2027 — Milton, FL takes place on February 13, 2027. The race is held in Milton, Florida.
Where is Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer Presented by Michael Hoeflich, Ameriprise Financial Services 2027 — Milton, FL held?
Blackwater Heritage TrailBlazer Presented by Michael Hoeflich, Ameriprise Financial Services 2027 — Milton, FL is held at 5533 Alabama Street in Milton, Florida.
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