Okefenokee Swamp Run

Saturday, March 20, 2027
9:00 AM EDT
Waycross, Georgia
$15.00–$25.00 · 2 races
10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 50th Annual Okefenokee Swamp Run on Saturday, March 20, 2027! Taking place at the stunning Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross, Georgia, this cherished event offers a unique cross-country adventure that invites participants to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the swamp. The day kicks off with packet pick-up at 8:00 am, followed by the challenging 10k Trail Run at 9:00 am and a fun-filled 1 Mile Fun Run at 10:30 am. Celebrate your achievements with fellow runners during the 10k awards ceremony at 10:45 am.

This race features a mostly dirt, trail-style course that showcases the breathtaking scenery of the Okefenokee Swamp, making it an unforgettable experience for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. With indoor bathrooms available at both the start and finish, participants can focus on enjoying the journey. Don't forget to register before midnight on Thursday, March 11, to guarantee your commemorative shirt. Join us for this exhilarating event, and make memories that will last a lifetime at one of South Georgia's longest-running races!

Races

  • 10k

    Incl. Performance T-Shirt

    9:00 AM EDT

    $25.00

    Register
  • 1 Mile

    Incl. T-Shirt

    10:30 AM EDT

    $15.00

    Register

Organiser's description

REGISTER BEFORE MIDNIGHT on Thursday, 3/11 to guarantee a shirt.

Date: Saturday, March 20, 2027
Time: Packet Pick Up - 8:00 am | 10k Trail Run - 9:00 am | 1 Mile Fun Run - 10:30 am | 10k Awards - 10:45 am
Location: Okefenokee Swamp Park https://okeswamp.org/okefenokee-swamp-park | Waycross, Georgia

Join us for a cross-country adventure at the 50TH ANNUAL SWAMP RUN, held at Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross. One of the longest continuously running races in South Georgia, this beloved event invites runners to experience a mostly dirt, trail-style course.

The race begins and ends inside Okefenokee Swamp Parkyes, with indoor bathrooms at the start and finish. Expect natural terrain, wide-open scenery, and a course that rewards both effort and curiosity.

Please leave pets and service dogs at home for this race.

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Location

5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Rd, Waycross, 31503, GA, United States

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