Okefenokee Swamp Run

🏞️ Race Overview

BACK TO IT'S ORIGINAL DATE OF MARCH!

Join us for another cross-country adventure at the Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross at the 47th annual Swamp Run! A unique, mostly-dirt course on forest service roads through the beautiful area around the park. This race is one of the second oldest continuous races in South Georgia.

📍 Packet Pickup

• Location: Okefenokee Swamp Annex building
• Address: 5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Rd
• Time: 8 am Saturday

⏰ Race Times

• 10k: 9 am
• 1 Mile: 11 am
• Entry: Each participant gets a free pass to enter the Swamp Park on race day!

🌿 Supporting a Great Cause

In addition to the fun for all ages, this race also supports a great cause as it is benefiting the UGA Alligator Research Project in Partnership with the Okefenokee Swamp Park.

A partnership between University of Georgia researchers and the Okefenokee Swamp Park focuses on conservation and education efforts needed to maintain the swamp’s native alligator population, which is vital to the economic vitality of the region.

🦑 Awards

• TOP 1: in male and female finishers: OVERALL, MASTERS (40+)
• TOP 3: in 10-year age groups (last Age Group is 70+)

🤝 Event Hosts

The race is hosted by the Okefenokee Swamp Park and co-hosted by the Okefenokee Track & Cycling Club, and the Golden Isles Track Club.

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Okefenokee Swamp Run.