Gator Wilderness Camp Trail Run/Walk 5k, 10k & 15k

Event Overview

Run through the diverse woods and shaded hammocks of Gator Wilderness Camp School grounds, situated on 250 pristine acres. Come to enjoy the beautiful scenery while testing your skill and stamina in a 5k, 10k or 15k race. All race entry proceeds will benefit Gator Wilderness Camp School. Gator Wilderness Camp School is a 501(c)(3) residential school for struggling adolescent males between the ages of 10-15 years old from Southwest Florida.

Race Information

• Date: 2026-04-25
• Location: Gator Wilderness Camp School, Punta Gorda, FL
• Registration URL: Sign Up Here
• Shirts: Guaranteed for all registrations received by April 1.

Awards

• 5k Awards: Overall & all Masters finishers for both males and females and top 3 finishers in 5-year age groups for both males and females.
• 10K/15K Awards: Overall Finishers and top 3 finishers in 5-year age groups for both males and females.
• Age Groups: 5k is <8 - 80> and 10k, 15k is <19-75>.
• Categories: Awards given for both male and female participants.

Family Activities

• Race Options: Join us for a 5k, 10k or 15k race with plenty of fun activities for the whole family.
• Kids Fun Dash: Post-race event for ages 2-12.
• Special Pricing: Cross Country runners age 15-18 of $20 per student good until April 20th.
• Kids Price: 14 and under $15.00 for the 5k only, good until April 20th.

Virtual Event Details

Gator Wilderness Camp is adding a virtual event. To mimic the race day experience, we are limiting the event to a one-day virtual race: we want those who want to support the camp to also enjoy the experience and receive a race shirt. Your shirt will arrive after the event and will be shipped USPS Flat Rate Box.

Race Day Registration

• Registration Time: Race Day Registration and packet pick-up from 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
• Entry Fee: $40 On-Site Registration.
• Requirements: YOU WILL NEED YOUR PHONE (You must bring a phone to register).
• Race Start: The race starts promptly at 8 a.m.

Important Guidelines

No pets allowed. Due to the nature of the race, no running strollers will be allowed in the trail run. Packets not picked up before the start of the race will be forfeited.

Food and Refreshments

Come to enjoy the day with fun activities for the whole family! Enjoy biscuits and gravy, bacon hash brown casserole, sausage links, bacon on a stick, molasses cookies, açai bowls, fresh fruit, chocolate milk, orange juice, and milk.