About This Event
Set in the San Bernardino Mountains surrounding Big Bear Lake, the Croom Zoom presents runners with high-altitude forest trails at over 6,800 feet elevation. This multi-distance event draws participants to Southern California's mountain terrain, where pine-scented singletrack winds through dense woodlands. The race atmosphere balances competitive trail running with the welcoming spirit of a community gathering.
Choose Your Distance
10 Miles
The courses wind through the extensive trail system of Croom Park, utilizing well-defined paths that meander through oak hammocks characteristic of central Florida's interior landscape. The terrain offers classic Florida trail running with mostly natural surface trails protected by tree canopy, creating a more temperate microclimate than typical open Florida courses. Runners experience varied forest environments within the Withlacoochee State Forest, with the course designed to highlight the area's natural beauty while maintaining clear navigation. The trail network provides distinct routes for each distance, ensuring the Croom Zoom offers a unique experience compared to other regional events like the Fools Run and John Holmes Run.
20 Miles
The courses wind through the extensive trail system of Croom Park, utilizing well-defined paths that meander through oak hammocks characteristic of central Florida's interior landscape. The terrain offers classic Florida trail running with mostly natural surface trails protected by tree canopy, creating a more temperate microclimate than typical open Florida courses. Runners experience varied forest environments within the Withlacoochee State Forest, with the course designed to highlight the area's natural beauty while maintaining clear navigation. The trail network provides distinct routes for each distance, ensuring the Croom Zoom offers a unique experience compared to other regional events like the Fools Run and John Holmes Run.
50K
The courses wind through the extensive trail system of Croom Park, utilizing well-defined paths that meander through oak hammocks characteristic of central Florida's interior landscape. The terrain offers classic Florida trail running with mostly natural surface trails protected by tree canopy, creating a more temperate microclimate than typical open Florida courses. Runners experience varied forest environments within the Withlacoochee State Forest, with the course designed to highlight the area's natural beauty while maintaining clear navigation. The trail network provides distinct routes for each distance, ensuring the Croom Zoom offers a unique experience compared to other regional events like the Fools Run and John Holmes Run.