Running in Clermont, FL

Waterfront Park

Clay Trail

Lake Louisa State Park

Waterfront Park is located along Lake Minneola, between East Avenue and Eighth Street. A fitness trail that is part of a 30-mile system, and will be part of the coast-to-coast trail, runs through the park and provides a great path for running, walking and jogging. It connects to the West Orange Trail via a great shaded bike path.

October 2022 Update: The Clay Trail is currently closed due to construction on Wellness Way. Check back periodically for new information.
The Clermont Clay Trail is a 10 mile loop on back roads with rolling hills, with a few steep ones, help to provide variety. Expect great views the entire way. This trail is a favorite of local triathletes and running groups, but it’s good for all visitors who want to enjoy the softer surface.

The natural theme park of Lake Louisa State Park showcases a diversity of wildlife, including deer, bobcat, gopher tortoises, fox squirrel and flighted creatures like bald eagles and osprey.

Running and bicycling is popular on the park’s seven miles of paved roads over rolling hills and on the 20 miles of unpaved multi-use trails.

What to Do

Where to stay

Training Facilities

Clermont is known as the “Choice of Champions” because of its international reputation as the training ground for elite athletes. The combination of pristine lakes, rolling hills and warm climate make it an ideal location to train for triathlons, track-and-field events, water sports and more.

Our downtown is home to a variety of unique shops, restaurants, bars and two breweries. Find more great information at Clermont Downtown Partnership.

Clermont has a variety of places to stay whether you are in town for training for visiting for a race.

For a traditional hotel stay, we recommend Home2Suites by Hilton, Fairfield by Marriott and the Hampton Inn.

If you have a group or are staying for an extended period of time, we suggest Siena at Bella Collina, which has full kitchen and multi bedroom accommodations.

The National Training Center offers an Olympic sized outdoor pool and fitness center. The USAT certified facility also has a private track and cross country course. Visit their site for additional information.

Learn about our favorite places to run at Running in Lake County.

David U. Earl

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5 years ago they solved my back problem with HOKA sneakers. I always go there when it is time for a new pair. Staff is friendly and always willing to help.

Charles Costigan

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I and my extended family have shopped for our shoe needs at Dash Sports for some time. I date back to when Track Shack in Orlando was the only game in town and can honestly state that I have never purchased from an athletic store that paid more attention to your specific needs than the folk at Dash do. They have extensive inventory and their prices are conpetitive. You’ll be very satisfied with your shopping experience at Dash Sports.

Tim Yakich

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Gina was friendly, knowledgeable, and super helpful. I had been looking for a good fitting running shoe and I found it here at DASH Sports with her help! I look forward to getting the rest of my sports shoes here.

Kimberly Holman

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Beth took the time to work with me to find a comfortable shoe that would work with the way I walk. Trying Brooks for the first time and purchased the insoles I’ve used before. Ordered a more neutral color and look forward to a great walking shoe.

Sandy Wright

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The employees at this store are very helpful and knowledgeable. They are very willing to discuss issues about their products and more than happy to let you try on shoes as well as compression socks. Thanks for all your help!!

Jane Lewis

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Dash Sports in Clermont, FL is my go to place for my walking shoes. I walk 5 mi/day just with my dogs and my usual daily steps are in the 7-8mi per day. I switched from Altra to Hoka after getting fitted at Dash. The extra cushioning in the Hoka’s has really helped with my arthritic feet. Not only did they take the time to fit me and recommend a style that was extremely comfortable they also gave me Feeture socks to try on the shoes with and I discovered how much I love the “just right” compression the socks offer.Now I will only buy my Hoka’s at Dash because they are a small business and I want to support them. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly.

Coleen Bock

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Annette is the bomb diggity!!! She took so much time with my husband who is a reluctant shoe buyer due to life long foot issues. She was able to listen intently to his concerns and found a shoe that will work for his foot challenges!! She is very knowledgeable and kind. The other staff jumped in from time to time to help. Teamwork makes the dream work. In addition, they connected my daughter with some local running clubs as we are new to the area.

Christina Gaudio

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Awesome shop to get fitted for shoes! The staff is always knowledgeable and helpful.

Lisa Scott

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I came into Dash Sports not knowing exactly what I was looking for. Once I decided on the brand and specific shoe style I wanted, the clerk that was helping me was patient with me as I decided what color I wanted. I appreciated that she did not rush me.

fohn watson

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The staff was lovely and friendly and took lots of time with me, selecting the right shoe and suggesting socks to go with it. I would definitely recommend shopping here and would love to go back.